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      Dermatologist or online consult for finasteride prescription?

      community Dermatologist or online consult for finasteride prescription?

      in General  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old experiencing aggressive hair loss is considering whether to obtain a finasteride prescription through an online consult to save money instead of visiting a dermatologist. The user is seeking advice on the cost-effectiveness of these options.

      community Verteporfin (Visudyne) group buy 🌷

      in Treatment  29 upvotes 4 years ago
      User seeks participants for Verteporfin group buy. Verteporfin, FDA approved, may regenerate hair follicles and sweat glands through heavy microneedling.

      community New Study - Flavonoids More Effective Than Finasteride?

      in Research/Science  148 upvotes 2 years ago
      A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.

      community Topical Finasteride Pill filler

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Users discuss making topical finasteride solutions by dissolving crushed tablets in ethanol and propylene glycol, with concerns about residue affecting effectiveness. They also mention using minoxidil and oral finasteride, noting some hair regrowth and no side effects from topical use.
      [M23] Finasteride journal

      community [M23] Finasteride journal

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male noticed hair loss and started using finasteride 1mg, initially experiencing significant shedding which reduced after 100 days. He switched from the brand Andropel to Folcres due to availability in Argentina.

      community Has anyone else seen this encouraging verteporfin case study?

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hair loss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hair loss community regarding new treatments.

      community Crushing fin tablets without making a mess?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is trying to make a topical finasteride solution by crushing tablets into ethanol and glycerin but struggles with spillage. Suggestions include letting the tablets dissolve in the solution or using a pill crusher for efficiency.

      community One month experience on Fin 1mg/day

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 28-year-old started finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss, later reducing to 3 times a week. Positive effects include better gym performance, reduced social anxiety, and improved skin health, while negative effects include some erectile dysfunction and nipple sensitivity.

      community I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community Peak efficacy ($18 for a 4 month supply)

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.

      community Anyone Taking CB-03-01

       7 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hair loss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hair thinning.

      community 23 year old male 1mg fin everyday

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hair loss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.

      community Update to fin 0.25 mg, 4x/week

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 2 years ago
      User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.

      community (26M)1 year with 1mg oral Fin/5% topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male used 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for a year, noticing progress despite initial skepticism and minor side effects. He applied minoxidil to both the hairline and entire scalp, and attempted microneedling but discontinued due to sneezing.

      community Maintaining hair until Breezula without Fin

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced side effects from topical finasteride and is seeking alternative treatments to maintain hair until Breezula is available. He is considering using minoxidil, Nizoral, micro-needling, and vitamin D supplementation, and may try CB or RU58841 if necessary.

      community Does water reduce finasteride efficacy?

      in General  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about whether dissolving finasteride in water affects its effectiveness. The user is concerned about the impact of water on the medication's efficacy over five days.

      community 33M Medication w/scalp psoriasis

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 33-year-old male restarted finasteride after stopping it to conceive, noticing hair loss, especially in the crown area. His current routine includes finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling, and he plans to continue this treatment for 18 months before making any major changes.

      community Should i wait for breezula while taking topical

      in Chat  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to wait for Breezula while using topical minoxidil to avoid side effects from finasteride. It mentions Breezula's potential release in a year and its cost and long-term use considerations.

      community 4 months of fin/min topical and nizoral

      in Progress Pictures  254 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral, noting significant hair improvement. They apply minoxidil once daily with a head massager and use 1% Nizoral 3-4 times a week, reporting no side effects.