Finasteride can cause initial hair shedding, which may indicate effectiveness, with improvements seen after 12-24 months. Some users enhance results by combining it with minoxidil and dermarolling.
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.
19-year-old experiencing hair loss seeks advice on treatments. Suggestions include Finasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and consulting a dermatologist.
Finasteride and Dutasteride can be obtained cheaply through Amazon One Medical with an Rx Pass subscription for $20/year. Users discuss various options and costs for hair loss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.
A user shared their 6-month progress on finasteride but stopped due to financial issues, seeking advice on whether to continue. Replies strongly advised resuming finasteride to maintain progress, with suggestions for affordable options.
A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.
A woman is concerned about her husband's hair thinning and researches treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. He decides against medication due to potential side effects and plans to shave his head if necessary.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.
Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.
The user shared progress pictures after using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, reporting hair stabilization and thickening. They used Amazon's brand for minoxidil and Good Rx for finasteride.
Finasteride can be purchased at competitive prices from Costco, Amazon, and Cost Plus Drugs, with GoodRx offering local deals. Splitting 5mg tablets may reduce costs if approved by a doctor.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil due to scalp irritation and unsatisfactory results, while also seeking cheaper options in the U.S. Oral minoxidil is generally favored for its effectiveness and fewer application downsides, with CostPlusDrugs and GoodRx offering affordable prices.
A user can't refill their oral minoxidil prescription due to it being out of stock and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. Suggestions include finding it at another pharmacy, ordering online, using topical minoxidil orally, and considering finasteride or dutasteride.
People are discussing the cost of oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with prices varying by location and source. Some users suggest buying higher-dose pills and splitting them to save money, while others mention using online services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs for discounts.
The user is using 5% topical minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, biotin, vitamin D, zinc, and microneedling for hair loss. They report no sexual side effects and feel their libido may have increased.
The conversation discusses buying hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride in bulk to save money, with users sharing their costs and experiences. Some users mention using minoxidil and other supplements, while others debate the effectiveness and dosing of these treatments.
The conversation is about obtaining affordable hair loss treatments, specifically dutasteride and minoxidil, through Costco and other pharmacies without needing a membership. The user shares their experience of getting prescriptions from Dr. B’s and Ro, highlighting the cost-effectiveness of their regimen.
The conversation is about a user whose insurance switched their prescription from finasteride to dutasteride, and they are considering whether to appeal the decision or continue with dutasteride. Other users suggest that both medications are affordable without insurance and that dutasteride may be more effective long-term.
Dutasteride can be prescribed in the U.S. through online services like Dr. B, HiDrB.com, and PushHealth, or by finding a willing dermatologist or PCP. Many users report success with these methods, often at low costs with insurance.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments like topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and essential oils. Oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride are seen as more effective, though some prefer topicals to avoid side effects.
The conversation discusses affordable hair loss treatments, including oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and topical finasteride/minoxidil mixtures. Users share methods to obtain these drugs cheaply and legally.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Dutasteride. Users share experiences and joke about the high cost and effectiveness of the treatment.
A user has been using oral minoxidil for 4 months and oral finasteride for over a year without side effects. Responses praise the user's hair regrowth and healthy appearance.
ScottMills3 shared how to quickly get a prescription for generic Dutasteride (Dut .5mg) online through MedicalWellnessCenter, which cost $69.95 for the consultation and $31 for a 90-day supply. Another user suggested hidrb.com as a cheaper alternative, offering the same prescription for $15.
A user sought treatment for hair loss through Cortina Health, where they were prescribed a specific topical solution containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Retinoic Acid. They are unsure if this unique combination is better than generic products and are seeking advice on whether to trust Cortina Health.
The post is about a user's progress pictures of their hair loss over the course of a year. The user started taking oral finasteride and using topical Rogaine foam for better results.
A user had a bad experience with a dermatologist who prescribed saw palmetto and biotin shampoo for hair loss, which was ineffective. The dermatologist then suggested minoxidil and dismissed the user's interest in finasteride, leading the user to consider seeking a new dermatologist and possibly starting minoxidil in the meantime.
Using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment and its potential benefits, including availability in certain countries without a prescription and lower side effects than Minoxidil or RU58841.
The user noticed increased hair fullness after using a minoxidil and finasteride oral capsule but is unsure if the 1.25 mg minoxidil dose is sufficient. They are considering switching to a higher dose and are waiting for a dermatologist's advice.