User started finasteride in Oct 2021 and experienced reduced shedding and side effects. Saw improvements in months 3-5, but worsening in months 11-13, and asks for advice on next steps.
The user started using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, GHK-CU, and HGH in October, resulting in thicker hair and improved overall health. They experienced minor side effects like dehydration from HGH but reported benefits like clearer skin, better recovery, and muscle gain.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.
OP is experiencing severe side effects from daily Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Biotin use and is considering reducing Minoxidil to once or twice a week. A response advised seeing a doctor due to heart-related issues.
A user is seeking advice on the efficacy and side effects of homemade topical solutions for hair loss, specifically bicalutamide, estradiol, cyproterone acetate, and spironolactone, as they cannot access RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.
A user has been losing hair for two and a half years after a tropical trip and illness. A dermatologist prescribed betamethasone valerate 0.1% lotion, but the user is unsure if it's safe or effective for general hair loss.
The user has been inconsistently using a 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil topical treatment for hair loss over the past nine months, along with 1% Nizoral once a week. They aim to improve consistency in their treatment this year and report no side effects.
The user has accepted their hair loss and uses finasteride and minoxidil, with past use of RU58841 and dutasteride. They seek advice on supplements to slow down graying hair.
A 27-year-old user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil twice a day for hair loss, reporting improved hair growth despite initial shedding and experiencing only minor side effects like watery semen. They also use Nizoral shampoo, take a multivitamin, and plan to start microneedling if progress slows.
The user has been using a combination of oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding recently. Suggestions include simplifying the regimen by dropping finasteride and topical minoxidil, and possibly adding RU58841, while others advise maintaining the current approach for consistent results.
The user is concerned about hair thinning and has been using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5%, along with Alpecin caffeine liquid and vitamins. Others suggest continuing the treatment, as it seems to be stabilizing the hair, and advise against stopping the medication abruptly.
If you stop taking finasteride after 10 years, hair loss will resume at the rate it would have without treatment. Minoxidil cessation can cause immediate and significant shedding.
A user's progress after taking finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months, as well as adding other treatments such as keto shampoo, trentinoin, and derma rolling. Replies include advice to keep going and the suggestion of considering a hair transplant.
A user is considering starting spironolactone for androgenetic alopecia but is concerned about stopping it before pregnancy. Another user suggests trying topical treatments as an alternative.
A user is starting topical finasteride and minoxidil 3 times a week for hair loss and is experiencing high anxiety about the treatment's effectiveness and potential side effects. They are also taking vitamin D3 daily and are concerned about the application method and possible shedding.
The user started a hair care routine using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 2ml of 5% minoxidil, and 4.5mg of cetirizine topically to address hair loss. They plan to provide updates and are also interested in cetirizine's potential to reduce scalp itching and redness due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Hair loss has slowed or stopped after 5 months of daily oral minoxidil and finasteride treatment, with ketoconazole shampoo used twice a week. Noticeable thickening is observed, especially on the mid scalp.
Using 0.1% Alfatradiol and 1% Pyrilutamide stopped hair loss, reducing shedding from over 150 hairs a day to less than 10, with no side effects. The user also uses Minoxidil and microneedling, applying the treatments twice daily.
A 50-year-old user shared progress after one year on oral finasteride 1mg/day, oral minoxidil 2.5mg/day, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects, but plans to switch to dutasteride 0.5mg/day due to recent hair loss. Other users commented on the visible improvement and discussed the potential impact of switching treatments.
The user started using Pyrilutamide 5% for hair loss and has not experienced side effects after two days. They previously had side effects from Fluridil and topical Minoxidil 5%, and their hair continued thinning with topical Spironolactone.
The user is considering lowering the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects like mood changes, lower libido, and brain fog, while wanting to maintain hair regrowth. A suggestion was made to try a lower dose of finasteride, such as 0.2 mg.
The user stopped taking 5 mg oral minoxidil after 15 days due to side effects and is experiencing hair shedding. They are now using topical minoxidil on temples and corners and have used oral finasteride for a year, seeking advice on hair regrowth and shedding duration.
The conversation discusses the difficulty of applying tretinoin 0.025% cream on the scalp and considers switching to a gel for easier application. It also mentions that a liquid solution, ideally combined with minoxidil, may be more effective for hair treatment.
A user increased their finasteride dosage from 0.5 mg to 1 mg due to ongoing hair miniaturization, despite some improvement. They are considering dutasteride and have not used minoxidil, but are cautious about potential side effects.
The user is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride for better hair regrowth results, as they are experiencing thinning and shedding despite current treatments. They have also tried microneedling, Clobetasol, and salicylic acid to manage scalp issues and inflammation.
The user is taking Dutasteride, Finasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, and Progesterone for hair regrowth and is considering adding Minoxidil and rosemary oil. They are experiencing some hair regrowth and are consulting a dermatologist to avoid a hair transplant.
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil (5mg daily) a year ago, saw no improvement, and experienced chest pain and trouble sleeping after stopping. They are considering whether to resume and taper the dosage due to stress and anxiety.
The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.
After adding tretinoin to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, the user experienced increased shedding and no visible regrowth, despite also using microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. The user cannot take finasteride due to side effects and is seeking advice on whether to continue with the current routine or modify the use of tretinoin.