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      community Why haven’t we seen anything about this

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 6 years ago
      A double blind, placebo-controlled study that looked into the potential effectiveness of topical fluridil for treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing increased anagen to telogen ratios with no reported side effects on libido or sexual performance.

      community Suffering from intense sides from dutasteride

       17 upvotes 8 years ago
      A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  22 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  176 upvotes 3 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community On Fin / Min for 1 year plus... is this progress?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are also using microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering red light therapy, but are frustrated with the lack of results.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 4 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community How accurate is this picture ??

      in Chat  3073 upvotes 5 months ago
      People discussed using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, with mixed results and side effects. Some had positive outcomes, while others experienced issues like libido changes and chose alternatives like hair systems.

      community Those who have taken dutasteride what was your experience?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  32 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride is often preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to its stronger DHT blocking, leading to better hair regrowth for some users. However, it can cause side effects like brain fog, libido changes, and mood issues, prompting some to switch back to finasteride or adjust their dosage.

      community 2.5 months of topical Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  272 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user reported significant hair regrowth using a homemade 0.01% topical finasteride solution, highlighting its effectiveness and lack of side effects. The discussion included concerns about oral finasteride's side effects and the benefits of topical solutions.

      community 3 months minoxidil PO, finasteride PO, and biotin progress. 25M

      in Progress Pictures  490 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin for hair growth, reporting positive results and minimal side effects, such as slightly reduced libido. He plans to continue treatment and possibly add microneedling, with hopes of further improvement and potential hair transplant if needed.

      community 6 month 0.5 fin and nanoxidil update

      in Is this regrowth?  1582 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth results after six months of using 0.5 mg finasteride and nanoxidil, despite experiencing initial side effects like testicular pain and changes in libido. They noted that nanoxidil was chosen over minoxidil due to less scalp irritation.

      community Formulation for .025 topical solution/ maybe switching- 4 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol, experiencing side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced libido. They are considering adjusting their treatment plan and exploring other options like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, or a hair system.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community Why do so many people trash on finasteride?

      in Chat  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community Watch this podcast interview before you get a transplant

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      Before getting a hair transplant, it's crucial to research and understand that ongoing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil are necessary to maintain results. Concerns were raised about Turkish clinics, including overharvesting grafts, lack of regulations, and discouraging finasteride use.

      community 28M, For the past 8 months on 1.25mg of fin

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using 1.25mg of finasteride daily, without minoxidil or micro needling. He also took vitamin D3, K2, magnesium, and a B100 complex, reporting increased libido as a side effect.

      community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

      community Only finasteride 1.25 for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  1046 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after using only finasteride for 5 months, with some users expressing congratulations and curiosity about the lack of minoxidil use and potential side effects.

      community What’s the consensus on The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum is used alongside treatments like minoxidil, topical finasteride, and derma rolling, with some users reporting hair thickening and vellus hair regrowth. However, experiences vary, and some users are skeptical due to the lack of solid evidence and mixed efficacy reports.

      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

      in Update  35 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

      community Losing the genetic lottery - venting

      in Chat  67 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried various treatments including topical and oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole, but continues to lose hair. They are considering alternative solutions like hair systems due to the lack of improvement and a scalp condition called CVG.