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      community Consider 0.5mg after taking 1mg for 1 week

      in Finasteride  112 upvotes 7 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 How did you feel about HIMS?

      in General  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about the quick prescription process for hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride through HIMs, questioning the lack of a thorough evaluation. Another user reassures that such practices are common, emphasizing the effectiveness and low risk of these treatments, and suggests monitoring personal response to the medication.

      community 5 months on 5% min + 1 mg finastreride.

      in Minoxidil  1101 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their experience using 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting no crown thinning but front diffuse thinning and hairline issues. They experienced fewer side effects on 0.5 mg finasteride but returned to 1 mg, and did not experience shedding after starting treatment.

      community Dut 0.5 EOD/MWF vs Fin 1 ED. What should I do?

      in General  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing side effects from Dutasteride 0.5 mg and is considering reducing its frequency or switching back to Finasteride, while continuing with Minoxidil 2.5 mg to preserve their hairline. They are unsure if the increased Minoxidil dose is sufficient for regrowth.

      community cb-03-01 research chem (winlevi/clascoterone cream)

      in Technology  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.

      community 2.5 years 1mg finasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  4864 upvotes 5 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.

      community If I can’t tolerate 5ari, should I try Pyrilutamide 1%?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about considering pyrilutamide 1% as an alternative treatment for hair loss due to intolerance to 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. Some users suggest it might be effective, while others view it as a temporary solution.

      community 6 Months on 1mg Finasteride w/ Pictures

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride daily for six months, experiencing reduced shedding and itchiness but some frontal thinning. They are considering adding Minoxidil and have started dermarolling to enhance results.

      community 1 month of finasteride sky high estradiol

      in Update  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

      community PP405 is nothing but a scam and Pelage know it.

      in Chat  78 upvotes 10 months ago
      PP405 is criticized for overhyped claims and cherry-picked data, with doubts about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Many users express skepticism, emphasizing the need for more comprehensive trial results.

      community M35 - Oral fin 0.4mg, Mix 1.0mg - 3 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  249 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man, 35, shows 3-month hair regrowth progress using 0.4mg oral finasteride, 1.0mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil once daily, weekly dermastamping at 1.5mm, and ketoconazole shampoo. He experienced initial worsening, has no side effects, and received positive feedback on his early results.

      community 11 months Fin and 4 months microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  73 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 11 months on finasteride and 4 months of microneedling. Opinions in the conversation vary, with some endorsing microneedling as effective and others emphasizing finasteride as essential, while acknowledging that treatments may not work for everyone.

      community 4 months Fin 0.3-0.5mg, 5% foam min, dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

      community What do we actually know about HMI-115?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.

      community Fin progress between May and Sept 23

      in Is this regrowth?  117 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, EggplantAncient7506, is asking if there is an improvement in their general hair quality after using Finasteride since December 22. Replies suggest that there is an improvement.

      community Finasteride and male phenotypes

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      Finasteride's effectiveness and side effects may vary based on male phenotypes, with some users noting differences in response related to body and facial hair characteristics. Some users report success with lower doses, while others experience side effects, suggesting individual variability in response to the treatment.

      community Finasteride only (1mg) for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  139 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg of finasteride daily for 5 months, noticing hair regrowth and thickening without significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil and plan to continue with finasteride before considering additional treatments.

      community 2 months of RU after 2 years of fin and OM ED

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user was using 1mg finasteride daily and oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for two years, then added RU58841 to their routine two months ago and is asking for opinions on any changes in hair growth. They provided progress pictures without dermarolling and maintained consistent lighting for comparison.

      community How long still for CB-03-01? (breezula)

      in Question  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about the release timeline for clinical trial results and the availability of Breezula, a hair loss treatment. The user is not comfortable buying it as a research drug from China.