The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Finasteride for over five years, later adding oral Minoxidil without noticeable additional benefits. They reported no side effects from the treatments.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, with minimal side effects. They also use testosterone to balance any libido effects from finasteride.
A 38-year-old has maintained hair with finasteride for 17 years, recently adding oral minoxidil for improvement. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting effectiveness, side effects, and costs.
A 21-year-old shared progress pictures after 3 months of taking oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, reporting no side effects and increased confidence. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, with some noting significant hair regrowth and others experiencing shedding.
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair and beard growth using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, with some initial shedding and a reduced libido. The treatment also unexpectedly thickened his eyebrows.
Impressive hair regrowth was achieved in 4 months using 1.2mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, and Thick Fix shampoo. No side effects were reported, and the user encouraged others to try these treatments.
Minoxidil and finasteride significantly improved the user's hair growth over six months, with no reported side effects. The user recommends these treatments for others experiencing hair loss.
The user experienced hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1mg finasteride daily, without any side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to dizziness and shared that finasteride is easily obtainable through a doctor or online services.
A 19-year-old reports positive hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no side effects. The conversation includes advice on consulting a dermatologist and exploring alternative treatments.
Finasteride significantly improved hair density and reduced hair loss for the user over two years, with plans to switch to dutasteride for long-term benefits. The user experienced no shedding or side effects and obtained finasteride through a private prescription in the UK.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 6.5 years due to hair thinning and may add oral minoxidil if needed. They are worried about shedding and side effects but hope for better hair density with dutasteride.
The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride daily without side effects. They are advised to continue treatment to maintain results and consider cost-effective purchasing options.
OP used finasteride 1mg and 2.5mg oral minoxidil since late April, showing hair improvement despite some initial libido issues. Users discussed side effects, costs, and alternative treatments, with OP noting increased facial hair but no significant body hair growth.
A 22-year-old shared his 2-month progress using oral Minoxidil (3mg) and Finasteride (1.1mg) for hair regrowth, showing noticeable improvement despite initial side effects like increased heart rate and headaches. Users discussed the effectiveness, side effects, and expectations of these treatments, with some expressing skepticism about the rapid results.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
A user shared their 5-month progress using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil daily, noting significant improvement in their crown with no side effects. They started treatment in January after rapid hair loss and advice from Reddit.
A 29-year-old male has been using 1.25mg oral finasteride for 16 months and 5mg oral minoxidil for 6 months to treat hair loss. The replies indicate positive feedback on the treatment's results.
A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.
The user reports thicker hair and new growth in the temple area after three months of treatment with oral finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. There is confusion about the order of before-and-after photos, but the most recent photo shows improvement.
A user's two-year progress using 1mg of oral finasteride daily and twice daily application of 5% minoxidil solution for hair loss. The user experienced temporary side effects but is pleased with the results, and another user warns about the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.
User shared 16-month progress using finasteride 1 mg/day and minoxidil 5% solution once/day, noting significant regrowth, especially in temporal peaks. Users discussed shedding, side effects, and positive feedback from others.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1 mg daily for two years and gradually introduced dutasteride 0.5 mg daily over four months. They reported no side effects and plan to switch fully to dutasteride due to its cost-effectiveness and potential effectiveness.
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no side effects.
A user shared their 2-year hair loss treatment journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil daily, Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week, recently added dutasteride twice a week, and microneedling once a week. They've seen improvement in their hair and advise consistency with medication, with some users responding positively to the progress.
A user reports significant hair regrowth after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, biotin, and vitamins. They apply minoxidil twice daily, dermaroll twice a week, and use Nizoral shampoo twice a week.
The conversation is about a person's hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, oral minoxidil, a derma roller once a week, and Nizoral shampoo twice a week. They shared before and after photos and have been consistent with their regimen.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may lead to better results for some users, with oral minoxidil generally being more effective due to higher absorption. However, it can also cause side effects like hypertrichosis and blood pressure issues, and individual responses may vary.
A user successfully maintained hair using fluridil, alfatrodial, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo after experiencing side effects from finasteride. They question why this combination isn't more popular despite its effectiveness.