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      community Dutasteride appears to not be working despite 'perfect' blood results. Advice for next steps?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced intensified hair thinning after 10 years on finasteride and saw little improvement after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 8 months. Suggestions included continuing dutasteride for another 6-8 months, considering additional treatments like topical finasteride, and evaluating nutrition and other potential causes of hair loss.

      community Kowalski, analysis (Fin + Min, no dermarolling)

      in Progress Pictures  159 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 29-year-old is using 1mg oral finasteride and 50mg/g topical minoxidil daily for hair loss, with plans to reduce minoxidil use due to greasiness and considering a hair transplant for receding temples. No side effects from finasteride were reported, and many users suggest a transplant may not be necessary due to good hair density.

      community My experience taking two months off fin

      in Research/Science  180 upvotes 3 months ago
      Stopping finasteride increased sex drive and improved mood but caused hair shedding and scalp irritation. Users discussed balancing hair preservation with side effects, considering alternatives like topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Switching from topical min to oral min. Is it the right choice?

      in General  97 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to a combined oral treatment of finasteride and minoxidil for better consistency but is concerned about potential side effects like shedding, dizziness, and swelling. Another user advises that oral minoxidil should only be used under medical supervision with regular health checks and suggests using reputable brands like Pfizer's Loniten.

      community 3 & 7 months progress on Topical Min and Topical Fin

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth over 7 months using topical Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, and multivitamins with biotin, noting more regrowth at 3 months than at 7 months. They suspect a shedding phase and are considering the impact of not continuing microneedling.

      community Finasteride 1mg, splitting into 0.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about managing side effects of finasteride for hair loss, with users discussing splitting 1mg pills into 0.5mg doses to reduce fatigue and other side effects. Some users experienced initial side effects like fatigue and heart palpitations, which improved over time or with dose adjustments.

      community Consider 0.5mg after taking 1mg for 1 week

      in Finasteride  112 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user started taking 1mg of finasteride daily but experienced anxiety and brain fog, considering reducing the dose to 0.5mg to adjust. They seek advice on whether this change could help manage side effects and hair shedding.

      community Very very happy with my hair transplant results

      in Progress Pictures  472 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is thrilled with their hair transplant results, which involved 4000 grafts and cost £2700 in London. They are using finasteride, minoxidil spray, and a volumizing shampoo, experiencing no side effects and planning to continue the regimen for ongoing hair maintenance.

      community Starting fin/min before big event

      in General  60 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 29-year-old male with diffuse thinning plans to start minoxidil and finasteride soon but is concerned about potential shedding before a big event in late April/early May. He is considering whether to start treatment now or wait until after the event.

      community There is hope guys, 28M 75 Days of daily Fin&Min

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 28-year-old male shared his 75-day progress using 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, 1mg oral finasteride every other day, a weekly 1.5mm dermastamp, and daily scalp massages, reporting fuller hair without side effects. He plans a hair transplant in February and is considering adjusting his finasteride dosage.

      community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?

      in Is this regrowth? 4 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.
      18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      community 18M: Oral Finasteride for 4.5 Months

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 4 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride for 4.5 months to address hair thinning noticed since Fall 2022. They report the back of their head feels thicker, but are unsure if it's due to actual progress or placebo effect.

      community Natural methods only. Gains or Nah?

      in Is this regrowth? 5 months ago
      The user is attempting to regrow hair using natural methods like microneedling, rosemary oil, and capsaicin tincture, avoiding medications like finasteride and minoxidil due to past health issues. Feedback suggests these methods are ineffective, with many recommending shaving or considering a hair system instead.

      community Hopefully my progress will make you guys keep going.

      in Progress Pictures  108 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and minoxidil, noting significant progress after nine months despite initial doubts and side effects. They emphasized the importance of patience, consistent treatment, and lifestyle changes like reducing stress and improving health.

      community 2 Months Post-Shed, 3 months of progress

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil foam, finasteride, and a dermastamp, along with Nizoral shampoo. They noticed thicker hair on their crown and hairline, with no issues applying topical treatments.

      community Cheap Dermastamp: My Experience

      in Microneedling  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience using a cheap dermastamp from Aliexpress for microneedling, finding it effective and mostly painless. Other users discussed their experiences with similar products, cleaning methods, and needle lengths, with some noting differences in product quality between sellers.

      community Minoxidil and Finasteride 8 months Results

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been taking oral tablets of 1.1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil since February 2025, resulting in slightly denser hair, though some areas remain thin. They are planning a hair transplant in February 2026.

      community Should I move to dutasteride? 9 months fin and min oral

      in General  103 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil (5mg) and oral finasteride (1.25mg) for 9 months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about hair shedding. They report no side effects from the current treatment.