A user has been using Finasteride for 1.2 years with no regrowth but no further hairloss. They started Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg and are seeing some progress with new hair growth.
A user shared their two-year progress using only topical finasteride for hairloss, recently adding keto shampoo, and plans for a hair transplant. They experienced regrowth and halted hairloss without using minoxidil due to side effects.
This conversation is about a user named Pregal1994 discussing their experience with hairloss and treatments of topical minoxidil once daily and dutasteride 0.5 mg per day over 5 years, leading to good results. Other users gave feedback on the photos, confirming that there was an improvement in the condition of the hair.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause initial shedding, but many see long-term hair regrowth and stabilization. Responses vary, with some experiencing fewer side effects and others finding it less effective.
Finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride can slow hairloss but aren't effective for everyone, especially with aggressive hairloss. Wayne Rooney's case shows treatments and transplants may not prevent hairloss due to genetics.
A 25-year-old male has been using finasteride since October 2022 to combat diffuse thinning and hairline recession, experiencing initial shedding but later stabilization. He plans to add oral minoxidil to improve hair density and is open to trying dutasteride if necessary, with minimal side effects reported.
CB-03-01, also known as Breezula, is being considered as an alternative to DHT blockers for hairloss. Users are discussing its effectiveness, potential regrowth, side effects like scalp irritation, and hormonal impacts.
A 20-year-old man shared his one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss. He experienced no side effects, saw results within weeks, and despite occasional shedding, his hair grew back thicker and in previously bald spots.
A user experimenting with quitting using Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and Stemoxydine in order to keep hairloss gains, but other users warning the original poster of potential shedding. Another user suggested phasing out Minoxidil and replacing it with Finasteride and microneedling instead.
A 35-year-old man has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 4.5 months with no noticeable effects on hairloss, and he is considering adding Minoxidil to his treatment. Other users suggest that significant improvements may take up to 18 months and recommend additional treatments like Minoxidil, microneedling, or switching to Dutasteride.
A 19-year-old is experiencing crown thinning after three months on finasteride and minoxidil, hoping it's just a shedding phase. They also use a dermaroller weekly and seek hair regrowth and stabilization.
The user shared their two-year progress using finasteride, noting hairstabilization without side effects and no use of minoxidil. They plan a hair transplant and emphasize finasteride's role in maintaining hair rather than regrowing it.
Oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are being used to treat hairloss, but results are limited, leading to consideration of a hair transplant. The user plans to continue medication for another year before deciding on further action.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, PRP, and ProCell therapy for hairloss but sees no progress after nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant, with suggestions to add oral minoxidil.
The conversation expresses frustration over the lack of clear evidence regarding the effectiveness and systemic impact of topical Dutasteride for hairloss treatment, despite years of discussion. People are criticized for not conducting proper research and for providing contradictory anecdotal claims.
The effects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hairloss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who have experienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hairloss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
A female user's diagnosis of androgenetic alopecia, and the advice shared in response which suggests taking spironolactone and minoxidil together to prevent hairloss.
The user has been using finasteride for nearly three years and believes it is working well, with others noting denser hair and some regrowth, especially around the temples. The user experienced slight shedding around month six but overall reports thicker hair and stabilization.
A 49-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo to combat advanced hairloss and hopes for enough regrowth to consider a hair transplant. Progress is slow, but some improvement is noted by others.
A 23-year-old male experienced initial success with finasteride, topical minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hairloss, but persistent shedding and scalp issues led him to switch to dutasteride without improvement. Users suggest stress management, addressing potential seborrheic dermatitis, and patience with the treatment process.
The user is three months into using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hairloss, noticing slight improvement in hair density. They plan to continue treatment and expect more visible results between 6 to 9 months, with the goal of stabilizing hairloss and possibly achieving some regrowth.
The user has been on finasteride for over four years without noticeable results and recently added dutasteride and RU58841, but continues to experience hairloss. They are considering stopping all medications due to lack of effectiveness and side effects like extremely dry eyes from dutasteride.
Oral minoxidil is temporarily unavailable in the USA due to import laws, prompting consideration of topical minoxidil as an alternative. Tariffs and political policies affect the availability and cost of hairloss treatments.
User noticed scalp showing at 26, started finasteride at 28, and saw hair improvement by 30. Others shared similar experiences and advised trusting personal observations and trying finasteride early to prevent further hairloss.
The conversation discusses the use of vasodilators like Minoxidil, L-arginine, and Niacin for hair regrowth, with Minoxidil causing intolerable side effects for the original poster. It also highlights that certain medications, including Lisinopril, antidepressants, and statins, can cause hairloss.
A 43-year-old user's progress pictures showing their results from taking Finasteride and Dutasteride for 13 months, along with 5% Minoxidil topical treatment for hairloss over the course of two years. Other users shared experiences and advice about using these treatments to reverse hairloss.
Concerns about finasteride affecting sperm quality and embryo abnormalities during IVF. The user plans to stop finasteride for 6 months and use minoxidil, microneedling, a red light cap, and saw palmetto shampoo to manage hairloss.
The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hairloss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hairloss, and recommend trying vitamin D.