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community DUT 9 MONTH PROGRESS PICS - Is this a late shed, or am I a non-responder?

in Progress Pictures 46 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing their oral minoxidil dose. The user is advised to continue with the current treatment, consider adding topical minoxidil, and consult a dermatologist for potential underlying issues.

community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

in Minoxidil 78 upvotes 2 years ago

A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 3 months ago

Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.

community Can liver problems be associated with response to the oral minoxidil?

in Research 147 upvotes 4 months ago

Liver problems may reduce the effectiveness of oral minoxidil due to impaired SULT1A1 enzyme activity, which is crucial for converting minoxidil to its active form. This reduction in enzyme function can significantly decrease the drug's effectiveness in promoting hair growth.

community Fin working well but dull orgasm

in Update 21 upvotes 7 months ago

A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.

community Best supplements to take while on fin to avoid sides?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using zinc and iron supplements to mitigate side effects of finasteride. It also mentions that shedding is a normal part of the process and suggests a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep to support hair health.

community 6 months fin progress, not going so well M21

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 122 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride for 6 months. Others suggest patience, noting visible regrowth and recommending a combination of finasteride and minoxidil.

community Update to losing hair at 16

in Update 12 upvotes 6 years ago

User has seborrhoeic dermatitis causing hair loss. They are using Ketoconazole shampoo and may use selenium sulfide shampoo.

community My numbers seem completely off. 24M (Diffused thinning)

in Chat 2 upvotes 9 months ago

A 24-year-old male experiencing diffused thinning discusses his DHT levels and hair density issues. He has not used finasteride or dutasteride and is considering AR inhibitors.

community Vitamin D supplements causing hair loss

in Product 10 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing accelerated hair loss after starting vitamin D3 supplements, suspecting a link between the supplement and increased DHT levels. The user decides to stop taking the supplements, preferring natural sources of vitamin D.

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