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      community Can't take fin just yet, but need to try and stave off hair loss. Need your advice.

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user is concerned about starting finasteride due to potential fertility issues and is considering using minoxidil and Nizoral shampoo as alternatives for hair loss. Another user shares their experience of pausing finasteride while trying to conceive, continuing with minoxidil and Nizoral, and advises prioritizing child health over hair treatment.

      community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.
      M20 with Hair Loss - Clascoterone an Option?

      community M20 with Hair Loss - Clascoterone an Option?

      in Basic Questions  65 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and is considering Clascoterone and Minoxidil as treatments, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about fertility and hormones. A suggestion was made to use Clascoterone for local DHT targeting and combine it with Minoxidil for maintenance and regrowth while avoiding systemic side effects.
      28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      community 28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      in General  120 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is concerned about hair loss and is considering starting oral minoxidil now and finasteride after having more children due to fertility concerns. He is worried about losing more hair if he waits four years to begin treatment.

      community Dutasteride thrice weekly beats finasteride. But daily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride taken three times a week is more effective for hair regrowth than daily finasteride, with fewer side effects. Some users combine dutasteride and finasteride for better results, while others prefer dutasteride alone due to its longer half-life and potential fertility concerns.

      community Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min

      in Chat  124 upvotes 7 months ago
      Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.

      community Dutasteride 0.5mg every 5 days

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% topical Finasteride and is considering adding 0.5mg Dutasteride every 5 days to stabilize hair regrowth. Consistency with treatment is advised, and there is no strong evidence linking Finasteride or Dutasteride to fertility issues.

      community DUT Risk profile for having kids?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using a hair loss treatment including oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Finasteride, and is considering adding Dutasteride but is concerned about the potential side effects and risks regarding fertility. A reply suggests that having children while on these medications should be fine, advising to avoid letting the partner come into contact with the drugs.

      community Interpreting test results + experimenting w/ routine (long post)

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been treating hair loss for over 11 years with various methods including Minoxidil, Keto shampoos, vitamins, and microneedling, but has avoided Finasteride due to fertility concerns. They have recently added Zix and The Ordinary Serum to their routine and are questioning their high DHT levels despite their efforts.

      community The most depressing things about hair loss for me

      in Chat  24 upvotes 5 years ago
      The emotional impact of hair loss and the risks associated with common treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and Fluridil. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments, including potential side effects and lowered fertility. Hair transplants were also mentioned as a possible solution.

      community How to do cost-benefit when taking drugs long term?

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Concerns about the long-term safety of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions to weigh risks and consider cost-effective options like cutting higher-dose pills. Some users prefer Minoxidil due to perceived safety.

      community Dutasteride and anal with partner

      in Satire  119 upvotes 2 months ago
      Using dutasteride anally as a hair loss treatment, with humorous and satirical comments on its effects and implications.

      community I messed up. Regrew my hair and then lost it all.

      in Update  495 upvotes 8 months ago
      Stopping hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can result in losing regrown hair, highlighting the importance of consistent use. Restarting these treatments may cause temporary shedding, but hair can regrow with continued use.

      community Just had my first dermatologist appointment - unsure on Oral Minox vs Compounded Min/Fin/Tret (while already on Dut)

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old male, previously on dutasteride for hair loss, is considering oral minoxidil or a compounded treatment of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin after noticing hairline recession. The dermatologist suggested oral minoxidil and mentioned a compounded option, but the user is unsure about its benefits compared to current treatments.

      community Started seeing regrowth at month 5 of Fin

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 months of using Finasteride, with no other treatments like Minoxidil or microneedling. He also reported an increase in libido and no other side effects.

      community Has anybody tried RU58841 and pyrilutamide together?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      RU58841 and pyrilutamide are being discussed as potential hair loss treatments, with some users reporting side effects. There is interest in these treatments as alternatives to 5ar inhibitors and oral minoxidil due to concerns about safety and side effects.

      community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1790 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.