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420-450 / 1000+ resultscommunity big shedding after months of fin?
Shedding after two months of using 1.5 mg finasteride is a common concern. It's often a normal part of the hair growth cycle.
community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)
The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hair loss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.
community Not happy with current routine, suggestions for improvement?
A 26-year-old male is unhappy with his current hair loss routine, which includes microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and a topical formula with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and other ingredients. He struggles with consistency due to ADHD and is considering switching to oral medication for simplicity, but is concerned about side effects and effectiveness.
community Need a provider that doesn’t use PG Ethanol and also custom Fin concentration for a topical
The user is experiencing scalp itching from a PG ethanol base in their hair loss treatment, which includes 0.025% finasteride and 2.5% minoxidil, and is seeking alternatives without PG or ethanol. Suggestions include Zeuss non-PG foam and Ulo, which do not use PG or hydrocortisone.
community Testimony after almot 4 years of fight (and many tests)
User tried various hair loss treatments with limited success. RU58841 was effective but caused side effects, now trying Eucapil and continuing Finasteride.
community Fuzzy Feeling To Scalp?
The user has been taking oral finasteride for 2 months, experiencing more hair loss but noticing some fuzzy hair growth on the scalp. They are questioning if this new hair growth is significant.
community Still shedding after 6 months (2nd shed).
The user is experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and considering adding topical finasteride. They are also deficient in Vitamin D and B, and are exploring if supplements or dosage adjustments could help.
community Minoxidil and concern about cats
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats, and even small amounts can be fatal. The user decided against using topical minoxidil due to the risk to their cats and considered oral minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo as alternatives.
community Hair shed is driving me crazy/coping with stress
A 25-year-old female is experiencing hair loss and has tried PRP, Minoxidil 5% with Biotin, and weekly needling sessions. Her doctor suggested switching to GFC treatment and stopping the needling sessions due to increased shedding, which may be caused by Minoxidil.
community How is scalp sensitivity even measured?
There are no tests to determine genetic follicle sensitivity for hair loss, and conclusions are based on hypothetical or post-balding observations. Finasteride is mentioned as an easy, consistent treatment option compared to natural treatments.
community Other factors involved then DHT/5aR
community Dont know what the hell is going on.
The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.
community I remember where i was when the Dht first attacked.
Hair loss due to DHT is causing distress, with Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 being potential treatments. The conversation includes humor and frustration about the topic.
community TE Shedding for nearly 10 months now
A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.
community Shampoo for dry and itchy scalp
A user shared that Garnier Fructis SOS repair shampoo with amla oil and liquid vegetal keratin helped with their dry and itchy scalp. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and found this shampoo effective after trying many others.
community 3 years of treatment Dut, topical Min, 1 year of RU
community Finasteride alternative close to fda approval in the US
Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.
community Recommendations for Houston derm that specializes in Alopecia
A user is seeking recommendations for a dermatologist in Houston specializing in alopecia areata for her daughter. A doctor actively researching alopecia areata in young people was suggested.
community Rosemary Oil for inflammatory hairloss? Recommendations?
A user with seborrheic dermatitis and traction alopecia is seeking alternatives to minoxidil for hair loss, considering rosemary oil for its anti-inflammatory properties. They express concerns about potential side effects and effectiveness of various treatments, including rosemary oil, caffeine, and Redensyl.
community 1.5 years Finasteride every day and twice a week Ketoconazole, 0.5 years 50mg RU58841 every day
community Ru58841 ruined my life. Here’s why.
User experienced shortness of breath, high blood pressure, red eyes, and eye floaters after using RU58841 for hair loss. They warn others to avoid RU58841 and stick to finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.
community RU58841 is the only thing that worked for me, a DUPA sufferer
RU58841 was the only treatment that slowed hair loss and reduced irritation for a DUPA sufferer after trying finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride with no success. The user continues using 6mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and an 8% RU58841 solution.
community DHT to my hair follicles the day I turned 14
Hair loss, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as potential treatments for it.
community Min without fin (unique problem)
Hair loss from headspin friction might be improved with minoxidil if follicles are healthy. Finasteride isn't needed, and microneedling is suggested.
community 1.5 Weeks on Minoxidil: Itching, Pimples, and Shedding with Spiro/Finasteride?
Minoxidil can cause itching, pimples, and shedding, and starting spironolactone or finasteride may also lead to shedding. Topical CBD oil with MCT is suggested to reduce inflammation, and overlapping shedding might occur but doesn't necessarily increase each other's effects.
community Day 3 of tri-daily ru, dut, fin, prp, nizoral, broccoli stems, biotin, and head head massage administration. Time to bite the bullet and shave?
community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?
The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.
community Small hairs keep falling off after applying minoxidil. 2 Months post HT
community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?
Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.