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      community Efficacy of finasteride

      in Finasteride  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss. The user is worried about being a non-responder to the treatment.

      community 1 year and 2 months on fin and no regrowth

      in Chat  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has seen no regrowth after 1 year and 2 months on finasteride, despite increasing the dose, and is inquiring about the potential of future treatments like verteporfin and gt20029 for hair regrowth.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.
      28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      community 28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      in General  120 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male is concerned about hair loss and is considering starting oral minoxidil now and finasteride after having more children due to fertility concerns. He is worried about losing more hair if he waits four years to begin treatment.

      community 1.5 years fin results ( 0.25mg ED)

      in Progress Pictures  169 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalp itch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed side effects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.

      community Hormonal panel after 1 year of treatment - DHT levels doubled!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old man shared his hormonal panel results after one year of taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, showing his DHT levels nearly doubled. He reported stabilized hair loss with mild side effects that resolved, and he is considering a hair transplant but is concerned about the increased DHT levels and potential treatment options.

      community high estrogen levels after 10month fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced high estrogen levels after 10 months of taking 1mg oral finasteride but is happy with hair regrowth. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and are also taking DIM and Zinc supplements.

      community Apparently finasteride lowers Free Testosterone?

      in Finasteride  22 upvotes 7 years ago
      Finasteride raises total testosterone but lowers free testosterone, which is important for male health. Users report mixed experiences with their fitness levels and blood test results after using finasteride.

      community Hair loss products whilst trying to conceive

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the safety of using hair loss products like Minoxidil and finasteride while trying to conceive and after birth. The user is seeking advice on whether these products are safe for the baby and if any men in similar situations can share their experiences.

      community Dutasteride 0.5mg every 5 days

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is using 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% topical Finasteride and is considering adding 0.5mg Dutasteride every 5 days to stabilize hair regrowth. Consistency with treatment is advised, and there is no strong evidence linking Finasteride or Dutasteride to fertility issues.

      community [M30] Constant swing between continuing or quitting Finasteride

      in General  204 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 30-year-old man is considering quitting Finasteride due to sexual side effects, including reduced libido and difficulty reaching orgasm, despite its effectiveness in treating hair loss. He is exploring other factors like relationship issues and potential low testosterone, and is considering getting blood work done.

      community Is Fin really the good standard

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for 8 months and using 5% minoxidil with tretinoin but is experiencing increased hair shedding and higher DHT levels. He is concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and has noticed low libido and occasional ED.

      community 22m hormone test - 4months fin, test 3 weeks off fin.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride for 4 months without major side effects but is concerned about hormone test results showing low SHBG and high estrogen. He plans to consult a doctor and is considering alternatives like minoxidil or topical finasteride to avoid health issues.

      community Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?

      in Research/Science  186 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.

      community Fin is working; I’m just now noticing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports significant hair density improvement after 8.5 months of using finasteride, with no side effects except for initially watery semen. They also mention increased sex drive, which they attribute to finasteride, and regret not starting the treatment earlier due to fear of side effects.

      community Intermittent Finasteride dosing for reduction of side effects?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      Intermittent finasteride dosing, like taking it every third day, may reduce side effects while still lowering DHT levels. Users report side effects such as brain fog and weaker erections, which often subside after stopping the drug.

      community I can’t believe the cure for hair loss costs like $35 A YEAR

      in Chat  288 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride is effective and affordable for preventing hair loss but may cause side effects like low libido. Some users combine it with minoxidil for better results, while others consider alternatives like dutasteride due to side effects.