The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Finasteride for over five years, later adding oralMinoxidil without noticeable additional benefits. They reported no side effects from the treatments.
The user reported significant improvement in hair thickness and color in the crown area after 3 months on Dutasteride 2.5 mg and oralMinoxidil 5 mg, with temporary side effects that resolved. They switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride due to lack of results with the former.
A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oralminoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.
A person experienced hair loss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and returned to finasteride, adding oralminoxidil. Dutasteride may increase scalp testosterone, worsening hair loss for some individuals.
Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oralminoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after 9 months of using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oralminoxidil (recently increased to 5 mg), and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Users discussed the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some suggesting alternative methods and cautioning about minoxidil dosage.
A 20-year-old is dealing with hair loss, using finasteride and oralminoxidil, and considering dutasteride. Others suggest treatments like dutasteride, hair transplants, therapy, and lifestyle changes to boost confidence and mental health.
Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential side effects.
The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oralminoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hair loss classification.
The user has experienced a 9-month cycle of heavy shedding followed by 9 months of no shedding while on Finasteride for three years. They also use Spironolactone and oralMinoxidil but haven't noticed these affecting the shedding cycle.
The user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using a comprehensive treatment regimen including dutasteride, oralminoxidil, cyproterone acetate, transdermal estradiol, and topical bicalutamide. They suspect cyproterone acetate may be worsening their hair loss and are considering switching to injection monotherapy.
The user "ninezske" shared their progress pictures of hair regrowth after using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling. Other users commented on the results and discussed the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride.
The user is using a combination of 7% minoxidil, 0.2% finasteride, 0.5mg finasteride, RU58841, and daily microneedling but is not seeing hair regrowth after 5 months. Suggestions include being patient, reducing microneedling frequency, considering oralminoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride if no improvement after a year.
A 22-year-old male is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling for hair loss, experiencing some side effects like mild ball pain and initial shedding but seeing progress in hair thickness. He plans to increase the dutasteride dose and has tried various treatments, including finasteride and RU58841, with differing side effects.
A user shared an extensive hair loss treatment regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, tadalafil, RU58841, microneedling, and various topical and oral supplements. Responses varied, with some suggesting the regimen is excessive and others offering additional advice or expressing skepticism about its practicality and effectiveness.
The user is experiencing positive hair growth after 3 months using 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oralminoxidil, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and biotin shampoo, with some side effects like reduced libido and palpitations. They plan to continue treatment for a year before considering a hair transplant, as advised by another user who suggests waiting for full results from minoxidil and finasteride.
A 42-year-old male shared his hair regrowth progress using a regimen of oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and finasteride, along with testosterone injections. He experienced noticeable improvement in hair growth and expressed gratitude for the support and information from the community.
Bryan Johnson uses topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects, debating topical versus oral dutasteride efficacy.
A user shared a new hair loss treatment protocol including topical dutasteride, latanoprost, caffeine, minoxidil, tretinoin, and triamcinolone acetonide. Others discussed the effectiveness and availability of these treatments, with some suggesting simpler oral alternatives.
A 26-year-old male shared his 9-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil once a day, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. He reported no side effects and significant improvement, with users discussing various experiences and advice on similar treatments.
A 24-year-old shares a 1-month update on his hair regrowth journey using 1mg oral finasteride, 10mg oralminoxidil, dermarolling, and pyrilutamide. Replies suggest it may take a few hair cycles for vellus hairs to mature into normal hairs, with progress varying by individual.
A man saw improvement in hair loss after a year using 1mg finasteride daily and minoxidil twice daily, but reduced finasteride due to side effects. He switched to 0.5mg dutasteride daily, topical finasteride twice daily, microneedling weekly, and 2.5mg oralminoxidil, but may stop minoxidil due to chest pains.
A female user starting Spironolactone treatment for thinning hair, and others sharing their experiences with Minoxidil and oral/sublingual Minoxidil as treatments.
A user experimenting with an extreme hair loss treatment stack of Dutasteride, RU58841, 15 mg oralminoxidil, and microneedling, which sparked a debate among other users about the safety of this approach.
A 17-year-old is concerned that taking finasteride might affect facial bone growth and is considering switching to topical finasteride due to its reduced systemic effects. They are also using oralminoxidil and exploring other hair loss treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
The user is considering trying finasteride again for hair loss despite past side effects like tender nipples and concerns about mental health impacts. They are advised to consult a doctor and consider topical or low-dose finasteride.
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant at Wimpole Clinic, performed by Dr. Malkani, and discussed using finasteride at a reduced dose due to side effects. They also mentioned avoiding minoxidil due to heart pain and taking supplements like biotin, marine collagen, viviscal, and krill oil.
A user successfully reversed hair loss over 17 months using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oralminoxidil daily, noting significant improvement without a transplant. Minor side effects like headaches and testicular discomfort were reported but resolved quickly.
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oralminoxidil for hair loss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
A user shared their one-year progress using Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling tools from Amazon, and credits learning from top posters on the forum. Other users discuss the effectiveness of the treatments, affordability, and reflect on the benefits of starting treatment early.