User "yungnickyyp" shares 5-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Derm for hair loss. Others express jealousy and amazement at the significant hair regrowth.
Rice water was used as a hair treatment and showed noticeable results in a week, more than finasteride used for seven months. The user plans to continue using rice water and might stop finasteride, while still using ketoconazole for dandruff.
Celebrities may use Dutasteride for hair loss, but Finasteride is more commonly used due to its extensive research and long-term safety. Dutasteride is considered more effective but is often used off-label or as a secondary option.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly three years, maintaining and possibly regrowing hair despite noticing shedding and miniaturized hairs. They are considering adding another treatment due to concerns about ongoing hair loss.
A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.
Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.
A user shared their 88-day progress using 1.25mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and weekly 1mm microneedling, noting improvement from NW 4.5 to around NW 3. Another user complimented the progress.
The conversation discusses hair loss, genetics, and treatments like Dutasteride. It highlights the influence of genetics on hair loss, noting that indigenous people are less prone to it.
Kintor's phase III trial for pyri (KX-826) showed promising safety and efficacy results, with no drug-related sexual dysfunction reported. Users discussed their experiences with pyri, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and concerns about the validity of the study results.
A 28-year-old male is experiencing hairline recession despite his family having full heads of hair. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole 2% shampoo.
A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.
User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.
Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.
The conversation is about the struggles of dealing with diffuse thinning at a young age and the lack of significant improvement after using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some suggest additional methods like derma rolling, microneedling, and hair fibers, while others share their own experiences and encourage persistence with treatment.
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.
Someone who is 18 and has been balding since 15 starting treatments with finasteride and minoxidil to stop or reverse their hair loss, as well as discussing the dilemma of whether it's rude or helpful to point out another person's hair loss.
A user shared their hair loss journey, using finasteride since age 18 and adding dutasteride at 30, which halted hair loss and promoted regrowth. They take finasteride daily and dutasteride three times a week, experiencing reduced libido and drier skin as side effects.
Hair regrowth was achieved using minoxidil, nizoral, alfatrodial, and pyrilutamide after finasteride caused side effects. The user recommends this combination for those who can't tolerate 5AR inhibitors, stressing consistent use.
The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for two years with decent regrowth and recently added microneedling to their routine. They are questioning if the small hairs observed are new regrowth from microneedling or just vellus or miniaturized hairs.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using topical RU58841 and Minoxidil. Users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better long-term results.
AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hair loss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.
L. reuteri, a probiotic, is being explored for its potential benefits in treating androgenic alopecia, possibly enhancing finasteride's effects and reducing inflammation. The user combines this with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements, noting some improvement in hair loss.
A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is seeking advice after stopping finasteride due to side effects, despite its effectiveness, and is currently using minoxidil and taking vitamin D supplements. They are concerned about their receding hairline and are considering whether to continue treatments or shave their head.
Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used for hair loss, with RU58841 and microneedling also showing effectiveness. Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are noted for their impact, while side effects and alternative treatments like ketoconazole and natural DHT blockers are discussed.
A user shared their 5-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, 0.75-0.80mg Finasteride, and occasional microneedling. They noted improvement in their hairline and plan to update at 8 months and 1 year.
Finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride can slow hair loss but aren't effective for everyone, especially with aggressive hair loss. Wayne Rooney's case shows treatments and transplants may not prevent hair loss due to genetics.
Minoxidil is not an anti-androgen; it is a growth stimulator and does not lower DHT like finasteride or dutasteride. Minoxidil can cause side effects like facial swelling and anxiety due to its vasodilator properties.
The user is considering switching from finasteride and oral minoxidil to dutasteride and a higher dose of oral minoxidil, taken intermittently, based on their dermatologist's advice. They are unsure about claims that finasteride loses effectiveness after a year and that minoxidil doesn't need daily dosing, and they are seeking community input on these points.
Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are commonly used in Spain for hair loss, with a typical dose of 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5-5 mg oral minoxidil. Some users report side effects like erectile dysfunction when using finasteride and minoxidil.