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210-240 / 1000+ resultscommunity Help in figuring out carrier for topical finasteride!!!
OP is considering using Stemoxydine or the Ordinary Multi Peptide Hair Serum as a carrier for topical finasteride, avoiding minoxidil due to palpitations. They plan to crush finasteride pills into a 30 ml solution.
community Any men here taking oral spironolactone?
community To people who have tried lowering / suppressing Fin sides with supplements
A user seeks advice on supplements to counteract libido and erection issues while taking Finasteride. Suggested supplements include Zinc, Maca, L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, Ginseng, Ginkgo, Ashwagandha, and Boron.
community Pumkin Seed Oil 400mg/day oral, 6 month Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial (N=76)
community [32M] 4 months into 5mg fin and oral min. (Oct. ‘25 vs. Jan ‘26)
A 32-year-old man experienced positive hair regrowth after 4 months using 1.2mg finasteride and 3mg oral minoxidil, with no side effects. He used a chewable combo pill from Hims, noting minoxidil aids regrowth and finasteride maintains hair.
community Topical fin formulation question
A user is making a homemade topical finasteride solution by dissolving crushed finasteride tablets in ethanol and PG. They are unsure if the final solution maintains the intended concentration after filtering and are considering adding more ethanol to ensure accuracy.
community Homemade pyri solution- problems
A user mixed a pyrilutamide solution and noticed undissolved powder at the bottom, questioning if this is normal and how long to wait before applying it. They wished others good luck with their treatments.
community The told me 0.25 mg of fin wouldnt do anything and i think it did (5 months) (still have windows pesk, but more density)
community Been taking oral fin/min for 3 months, is this making good progress?
A user has been taking a chewable combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins daily for three months without side effects or shedding. They are considering adding derma rolling to their routine.
community 0.25mg Fin every day, 2 months status report
A user reported increased shedding and some side effects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.
community Update to fin 0.25 mg, 4x/week
User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.
community Finastride and rosemary oil/castor oil
community 0.25mg fin a day already for a month
The user has been taking 0.25mg of oral finasteride daily for a month and is considering increasing the dose to 1/3 of a pill. They have also been using topical minoxidil for several years.
community Is Stemoxydine an appropriate vehicle for mixing topical finsateride?
community 3 months on Fin/Min oral chewable
The user experienced positive hair regrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.
community My DHT levels while being on DUT for a year
The conversation discusses the ineffectiveness of tablet forms of dutasteride for hair loss due to poor absorption compared to soft gel capsules. It suggests switching to FDA-approved soft gel capsules for better results, as tablets may not adequately suppress DHT levels.
community Take your meds and hope, it may pay off
community Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.
community Does water reduce finasteride efficacy?
The conversation is about whether dissolving finasteride in water affects its effectiveness. The user is concerned about the impact of water on the medication's efficacy over five days.
community Log #1 - My .25mg EOD Finasteride Journey
A user started taking 0.25mg of finasteride every other day to prevent hair loss and documented their experience. Initially, they felt anxious and had headaches, but by the second week, they felt normal with no side effects or changes in hair.
community About to order topical finasteride from compounding pharma what carrier should I choose?
A user is considering ordering topical finasteride with castor and rosemary oil from a Turkish pharmacy. They are debating whether to include the oils or use only PG and ethanol as the carrier.
community Can I take only the dutasteride capsule from inside Duodart?
The small soft-gel capsule inside Duodart contains dutasteride, and the powder/beads contain tamsulosin. You can open the large capsule and take only the dutasteride soft-gel.
community Compunded Oral Minoxidil, As Efficient As Tablet Variants?
The user discusses using compounded oral minoxidil due to the ineffectiveness and inconvenience of topical minoxidil for diffuse thinning. They question the efficacy of compounded minoxidil compared to original tablet forms and express concerns about the importance of excipients and binders.
community Switching from Topical to Oral Fin After 6 Months: Concerns About Side Effects
The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to oral finasteride and is seeking advice on whether to transition directly or use both forms temporarily. They express concern about potential side effects.
community Can I add crushed 5mg proscar tablets into this topical minoxidil and will it be effective?
The conversation discusses adding crushed finasteride tablets to topical minoxidil, but it's advised against because the tablets are not water-soluble and meant for oral use. The suggestion is to take finasteride orally instead.
community 5 month progress on Locklabs oral tablet
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over five months using Locklabs oral tablets, with no side effects and only a minor shed. They dye their hair black to cover natural blonde, which may affect perceived hair density.
community spironolactone pills to topical
Crushing spironolactone pills and combining them with minoxidil for topical application may be effective for hair loss, with the addition of finasteride suggested. Adding rosemary and peppermint oils can help mask the unpleasant smell.
community Finasteride and Folic acid correlation?
Low folic acid may worsen side effects of finasteride. Consult a doctor for personalized advice.