Finasteride and dutasteride are essential for stopping hairloss, while natural remedies are ineffective. Minoxidil can be added if needed, but blocking DHT is crucial.
The conversation is about hairloss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.
The user has accepted their hairloss and uses finasteride and minoxidil, with past use of RU58841 and dutasteride. They seek advice on supplements to slow down graying hair.
The user is happy with their hairloss treatment after a year, using a topical finasteride/minoxidil gel, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp with no side effects, emphasizing consistency. Replies praise the results and encourage continued use.
The user discusses their long struggle with hairloss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitamin supplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.
The user experienced side effects from various hairloss treatments, including RU58841, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are uncertain about what treatment to try next.
The user is treating hairloss with 1mg finasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling, and is considering using hair fibers for special occasions. There is a discussion about the initial shedding phase of minoxidil treatment and the importance of consistent photo conditions to track progress.
Creatine might increase hairloss due to increased DHT sensitivity, but evidence is mostly anecdotal. The user is using oral minoxidil for hairloss and is cautious about starting creatine.
The user has been on a hairloss treatment for 14 months using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without seeing regrowth and is considering adding more drugs due to the psychological impact of hairloss. However, replies suggest the user may not actually be experiencing noticeable hairloss.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of hairloss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride, in different populations. Some users believe that the results of Japanese studies may not be relevant to Caucasian men, especially young ones, and that East Asians may respond better to these treatments. Others argue that clinical studies should be the basis for decision-making, while acknowledging that individual responses to medications can vary.
A 22-year-old male's 14-month hairloss treatment journey, starting with daily doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, then reducing dutasteride frequency, and finally switching to finasteride while maintaining daily minoxidil. Despite reduced libido, he's satisfied with his hair progress, started seeing results after 2 months, and believes finasteride is effective for maintenance.
Creatine might speed up hairloss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.
Treatments for hairloss, including the effectiveness and safety of Pyrilutamide compared to RU58841; experiences using both medications with varying results; and recommendations to try Pyrilutamide instead of RU58841.
This user experienced severe hairloss, but was able to successfully treat it with finasteride over a two year period. Despite experiencing multiple shedding cycles while on the medication, Mission5896 reported that their hair continued to get thicker and stronger. Additionally, they tried both minoxidil orally and topically, but only found success with finasteride.
A user's progress in treating their hairloss using Minoxidil, Finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, omega 3, D3 and Forcapil vitamins over the course of three months. Other users offered support and advice to the original poster.
A 19-year-old experiencing severe hairloss since 16 is using a treatment regimen of 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical solution, 3% procapil hair serum, and 0.5 mg dutasteride daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness and potential shedding phase, with advice suggesting noticeable changes in 6 to 8 months.
A 19-year-old male with hairloss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.
The struggles of hairloss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.
Treatments for hairloss with a focus on finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The user discussed their family history of balding, asked questions about the effectiveness of different treatments, and was discouraged from taking finasteride by medical professionals.
A new hairloss lotion by Dr. Brotzu, expected to regrow up to 5 years of lost hair, is set to be released by Fidia Farmaceutici. It claims to work like minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, but skepticism exists due to its classification as a cosmetic product.
The user has been treating hairloss with 1mg oral finasteride daily, 1mg topical minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling twice a week. They report improved hair quality and density but are still experiencing shedding.
A user's progress with treating their hairloss by using Minoxidil twice daily and finasteride once daily, as well as suggestions to add microneedling and avoid tying the hair back.
A person struggling with hairloss is using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and has had a hair transplant but remains deeply unhappy. Others suggest alternative treatments, acceptance, and focusing on other life aspects, emphasizing mental health and therapy.
Stopping Minoxidil caused significant hairloss, which was mostly regained after resuming 1mg Finasteride and 3mg oral Minoxidil. Consistent use of both treatments is essential for maintaining hair growth.
Common misconceptions about hairloss treatments include the belief that lower doses of finasteride are as effective as higher doses, and that ketoconazole is effective for androgenetic alopecia without scalp issues. Additionally, minoxidil's effects can be seen sooner than commonly thought, and topical dutasteride is effective.
Finasteride is used for hairloss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.