The user tried finasteride and oral minoxidil for hairloss but stopped due to concerns about side effects. They also stopped using shampoo, which may have affected their hairloss.
Stopping finasteride and dutasteride led to significant hair shedding, but restarting finasteride may help regain previous hair thickness. The shedding is likely temporary and may stabilize in a few months.
A user stopped hairloss after taking finasteride daily for four years, with minimal regrowth and no side effects. They believe stress initially caused their hairloss.
A 37-year-old with a receding hairline started using finasteride and plans to add minoxidil, concerned that creatine and whey protein might accelerate hairloss. Another user suggests these supplements likely don't increase testosterone or cause hairloss, advising to monitor personal experience.
The user shared their hairloss journey, noting significant improvement after using finasteride since June 2024 and recently starting minoxidil in April 2026. They encourage others to have faith in treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or other options.
A 26-year-old discusses hairloss treatment using oral finasteride microdosing, topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and dermastamping every 10 days. They started experiencing hairloss at 19 and have been using these treatments for 8 months.
The user is experiencing hairloss and has been using topical finasteride for two years without improvement. They are seeking advice on dosage, alternative suppliers, the risks of adding minoxidil, and other treatments without the side effects of oral finasteride.
User asks if finasteride alone can combat hairloss and considers adding minoxidil later. Replies suggest aggressive approach with multiple treatments or using finasteride alone, depending on personal preference.
The user has been experiencing worsening hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and later switching to dutasteride. Despite normal bloodwork and consulting dermatologists, the hairloss continues without improvement.
A 21-year-old with early hairloss is considering starting finasteride, either orally or topically, and is unsure about adding minoxidil due to concerns about commitment and effectiveness. They plan to start with microdosing finasteride, possibly adding minoxidil later, and will also try microneedling, rosemary oil, castor oil, and ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation discusses switching from oral finasteride to topical RU58841 for hairloss, with concerns about hormonal effects and libido. Some users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences with RU58841's effectiveness.
A user reversed hairloss using 10% sulfur soap, which reduced scalp inflammation and possibly demodex mites. The user did not use finasteride or minoxidil, suggesting inflammation may contribute to hairloss.
The post is about a user's one-year progress in treating hairloss with finasteride and minoxidil. The conclusion is that the user experienced gradual improvement each month, with significant results after one year.
User experienced significant body hairloss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin D, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.
A user is experiencing hairloss despite using finasteride for over seven months and is considering switching to dutasteride, but is unsure due to mixed reviews. Another user shares a similar experience and has started using oral minoxidil and dutasteride in hopes of improvement.
Finasteride users discuss the impact of creatine on hairloss, with mixed personal experiences and no definitive evidence linking creatine to increased hairloss. Some report shedding, while others see no change, and a new study suggests creatine does not increase DHT or cause hairloss.
User shares 10-month hairloss treatment progress using finasteride/dutasteride and minoxidil. Treatment shows positive results, with noticeable improvements in months 9 and 10.
A user shared their 5-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride, noting significant hair improvements without side effects. Consistency, a positive mindset, and lifestyle changes like a healthier diet and better sleep were key to their success.
Hairloss treatments include topical and oral minoxidil, low-level laser light therapy, and peptide serums. Bryan Johnson avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to potential side effects, focusing instead on his own protocol with these treatments.
Dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil are considered the top hairloss treatments. Other suggested treatments include Nizoral shampoo, tretinoin, pyrilutamide, zinc, biotin, and low light laser therapy, though opinions on their effectiveness vary.
A 21-year-old male has been experiencing persistent hairloss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. Suggestions include checking for hormonal issues, nutritional deficiencies, or allergies, and consulting a doctor for professional advice.
The user plans to start a 12-month finasteride treatment to combat aggressive hairloss, with regular monitoring of thyroid levels, testosterone, DHT, liver enzymes, PSA, and iron levels. They seek advice on additional monitoring and aim to balance results with minimal side effects.
Finasteride did not improve hairloss and seemed to accelerate it, particularly on the forehead. The user is considering stopping the medication due to these negative effects.
The user has been taking Finasteride for almost 2 months and using Minoxidil 5% spray daily since March. They feel Minoxidil hasn't helped after 7 months, and Finasteride has increased hairloss.
A 19-year-old male is experiencing hairloss and has been prescribed 5% minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but is unsure about starting finasteride. He plans to begin using minoxidil soon and is seeking advice on whether to add finasteride to his treatment.
The user experienced significant hairloss after three years on finasteride, possibly due to inconsistent use, stress, or a cyclical shed. Suggestions included using reminders for consistent medication intake, considering dutasteride, and addressing stress factors.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hairloss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
The user experienced successful hair regrowth with Finasteride and Minoxidil but developed erectile dysfunction and abdominal pain, possibly due to medication or lifestyle changes. They plan to consult a urologist and consider adjusting medication or trying supplements like zinc, DIM, or boron.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hairloss, including finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, derma stamping, vitamin D, and dutasteride. It also mentions lifestyle changes like exercise, quitting smoking, and dietary supplements.