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390-420 / 1000+ resultscommunity Transitioning off daily Oral Dutasteride (0.5mg) for long-term (multi-decade) maintenance. Which protocol is best?
community Ru58841 not working. How long did it take to work for you ?
RU58841 hasn't stopped shedding for the user after three weeks, despite being stable on dutasteride for six years. Suggestions include continuing RU58841 for 4-6 months, considering minoxidil, and addressing stress and sleep issues.
community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?
A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.
community Why don't people in this forum understand that real results take a VERY LONG time to show?
Hair regrowth treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride take a long time, often up to a year, to show significant results, and people should be patient. Many users express frustration with unrealistic expectations for quick results and emphasize the importance of consistency and patience.
community Something I misunderstood about hair loss for a long time
Hair follicles often go dormant rather than die, and treatments like minoxidil can help revive them. Scalp health and stimulation, such as massages and using products like sulphur soap, are also important for hair regrowth.
community When to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and how long to wait for dutasteride to build up
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment and is unsure when to stop finasteride. Dutasteride takes about 15 days to reach significant DHT suppression compared to finasteride.
community Reminder: NURTURE those dormant hair follicles for as long as you can until PP405 comes out in 2028-2030
PP405 is anticipated as a future treatment for dormant hair follicles, but its effectiveness and safety are uncertain. Current treatments include oral minoxidil and microneedling, with some avoiding finasteride due to side effects.
community Transitioning from fin to RU58841 + Oral Minoxidil - how long until I lose all my fin gains?
The user transitioned from finasteride to RU58841 and oral minoxidil to maintain hair gains while avoiding systemic DHT suppression. They have not experienced increased shedding or side effects since stopping finasteride and hope RU58841 will preserve their hair.
community 29M Starting Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Thin Crown After Long-term Hair Loss
The user has been losing hair since age 12 and is now starting treatment with 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil at age 29. They have also experienced dandruff and have a thinning crown.
community Is RU daily dosing from 100mg to 17.5mg safe long term?
The user is considering reducing RU58841 dosage from 100mg to 17.5mg for long-term safety due to brain fog issues from finasteride. They apply RU58841 only to the front of the scalp where thinning occurs.
community Can't believe I've slept on microneedling for so long.
Microneedling with minoxidil and finasteride greatly improves hair regrowth. Using 0.5mm depth every other day boosts minoxidil absorption without side effects.
community A receding hairline is not really problematic as long as you have good density
Maintaining good hair density is more important than preventing a receding hairline, as it can enhance a mature look. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841.
community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.
community Is it harder to notice new growth with long hair?
The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering using finasteride again, along with ketoconazole shampoo and curl cream, to manage their long hair. They are concerned about the appearance of new hair growth and the potential shedding phase from minoxidil.
community Those who experienced a big shed and stuck to their routine long term (1yr+) - Did a big shed truly mean you got good results down the line?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, and the experience of shedding hair as a potential sign of treatment effectiveness. Some users report positive results after initial shedding, while others express concerns about long-term hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments.
community Topical min users, how long does your evening routine take?
Applying Minoxidil takes users between 10 seconds to 20 minutes, with most finding quicker methods more efficient. Techniques vary from using foam, liquid, or spray, with some users recommending buzz cuts for easier application.
community DON'T Lose hope . Long term FIN + MIN + DERMAROLLING
A user shared their 4-year hair loss journey, highlighting that switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, along with dermarolling, significantly improved their hair growth. Another user mentioned using dutasteride, and the original poster emphasized the importance of dermarolling.
community 1MG Fin everyday for 4 months and losing small hairs everyday still (I have long hair)
A user has been on finasteride for 4 months, experiencing persistent hair shedding despite improvements. Others suggest adding keto shampoo and note that shedding is normal.
community Follow up to covid and hair loss: how long did it take to grow back your hair after loss hair from Covid?
People are discussing hair loss after COVID, with one person reporting significant thinning and asking about recovery time and treatments. Their current treatment includes daily Minoxidil, daily 0.5mg Dutasteride, twice-weekly Ketoconazole 2%, daily RU58841, and weekly microneedling.
community Facing difficulty in applying minoxidil to the scalp as I have long hair.
An 18-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss is using oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and a multivitamin as prescribed by a dermatologist. He's having difficulty applying the topical minoxidil effectively due to his hair length, as he feels a lot of it stays on his hair instead of reaching the scalp.
community Kintor Pharma Announces Completion of First Patient Enrollment in KX-826 Long-term Safety Phase III Trial for Treatment of AGA
Kintor Pharma has finished enrolling the first patient in a Phase III trial for KX-826, a treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One user has set a reminder to check back on the topic in a year.
community Me looking at my friends slight temple recession and calculating how long it'll take for him to bring it up to me, the Hairloss expert (I've been on finasteride for 6 months) so I can slap him with a 30 minute presentation about DHT miniaturization and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
The post is a humorous take on the author's experience with hair loss and using finasteride for six months. The conversation includes discussions about hair loss, treatments like finasteride, and personal experiences with baldness.
community Hair texture very thin anything that would help long hair to thicken?
community Hey guys I’m in desperate need for opinions from long term finasteride users
Whether taking finasteride and dutasteride can cause penile shrinkage, with long-term users providing their personal experiences.
community My experience being on fin for almost 3 years (warning: LONG)
User "flcv" shares their 3-year experience with finasteride for hair loss, stating no side effects and no change in hair thickness despite shedding cycles. They advise fellow fin users to trust the process and not worry about shedding.
community Have any of you taken Pumpkin Seed Oil long term?
Pumpkin seed oil may help maintain hair and improve the crown area. Head massages are also considered beneficial.
community Hoping it doesnt stop here, as long as it takes. Just hope the front comes in too
community Experiencing Side Effects 3 Days into Topical Fin; Long-term Topical Min User Seeking Advice on Dosage
The user started using topical finasteride three days ago alongside minoxidil and is experiencing testicular pain, which they believe is a nocebo effect. They are anxious about the dosage and seeking advice on whether increasing the application frequency affects the overall dosage.
community 2 Years with DUT… You don’t need to wait that long to know if it will work.
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effective for everyone in treating hair loss, with some users experiencing worsening conditions. Many are hopeful for new treatments like PP405, while others consider hair transplants or alternative medications.