Some people avoid finasteride due to side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hairloss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.
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 hairloss treatments, including Blink Health and Mark Cuban's pharmacy.
The conversation discusses the severe shedding caused by Minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences and outcomes. Some report eventual regrowth, while others see no improvement or worsening hairloss.
Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hairloss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.
A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hairloss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hairloss.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hairloss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hairloss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.
A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hairloss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.
The user has been using 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, microneedling every two weeks, and Nizoral 2% shampoo weekly for hairloss treatment. They've seen improvements in their hairline and eyelashes, and are considering adding finasteride to their regimen.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil daily, and microneedling every two weeks for three months to treat hairloss. They are happy with the progress and considering adding ketoconazole shampoo to their routine.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Amanp2002, has been using a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil for 5 months to treat hairloss.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, ZadarskiDrake, has been using minoxidil and finasteride for two years to treat hairloss. They apply minoxidil at night and have not experienced negative effects on muscle gains. They also mention using a needle pin for hair treatment.
The conclusion of this conversation is that after 90 days of using 5% topical minoxidil, dermarolling once a week, and taking 1mg of oral finasteride daily, the user "M3ga_Shniz" has experienced a complete stop in hairloss thanks to finasteride. They are hopeful that their temples will continue to grow more as they continue with the treatment.
User used Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil for one year to treat hairloss. They discussed possibly trying RU58841 or pyrilutamide in the future.
User shares progress after 2 months using finasteride, nizoral shampoo, and microneedling for hairloss. Comments discuss early treatment, results, and differing opinions on starting treatments.
User "al_ick" shares progress with topical fin, min, tret, and micro needling for hairloss, showing good results. They use hims fin and min combination spray, applying 5-7 sprays for better coverage.
Progress achieved with finasteride, oral minoxidil and derma rolling in the span of three months. The replies discussed potential regrowth from using these treatments as well as advised seeking professional medical help for further hairloss advice.
This conversation is about a user's progress pictures of 10 month results after using 5% topical minoxidil, which were well-received by other users. Other users suggested that the user add finasteride to their hairloss treatment regimen for longer lasting results.
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.
This conversation was about a user named Substantial_Pen_1099 who has been using an regimen of 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride everyday, 2% keto shampoo every three days, and weekly 0.5mm dermarolling for hairloss treatment over the course of 3 months. Others in the conversation expressed disbelief at their progress, to which Substantial_Pen_1099 provided video proof as evidence.
_the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hairloss treatments.
A user's 2.5 months of finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dermarolling treatments for hairloss, with various users giving their opinion on the progress made.
Experimenting with the effects of creatine and finasteride on DHT levels, as well as a discussion regarding the potential link between creatine supplementation and hairloss.
User shares positive experience with Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil for hairloss treatment. Others discuss personal experiences and hairloss impact on self-esteem and appearance.
The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.
Concerns about finasteride's side effects on neurosteroids and brain health, with skepticism towards Kevin Mann's advice. Users discuss using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hairloss, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.
A user is using oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, and drinking topical minoxidil for hairloss, despite health warnings. Switching from finasteride to dutasteride did not improve hair density.
A 31-year-old man, between Norwood 4 and 5, is considering hairloss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is concerned about side effects. He is exploring options with doctors and considering a hair transplant, noting that some clinics require medication before and after the procedure.
A clean diet, including cutting sugar, gluten, and dairy, improved hair health and reduced shedding for a user on oral minoxidil and finasteride, but reverting to an old diet worsened hair condition. While diet impacts hair health, genetic factors and treatments like topical ketoconazole and hydrocortisone are also important for managing hairloss.
Kintor Pharma completed patient enrollment for a Phase II trial in China for GT20029, a potential new treatment for hairloss. Some believe GT20029 could replace finasteride if effective, while others discuss finasteride's limited efficacy and potential underreported side effects.