Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Users suggest switching to oralminoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using 1mg finasteride and 5mg oralminoxidil, asking if baby hairs will grow and the crown will improve. Replies praised the noticeable growth and expressed hope for continued improvement.
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hair loss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, oral Finasteride, weekly microneedling, and supplements over a year. They noted improvements in the crown and temples, with minimal side effects, and plan to continue the regimen.
Dutasteride and finasteride may temporarily affect semen quality but are unlikely to cause permanent infertility. The Kim et al. study is criticized for poor methodology, and many prefer hair retention over potential fertility concerns, using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.
The post and conversation are about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice a day, keto shampoo 2-3 times a week, weekly 1.5 mm needle, and vitamins for deficiencies in vitamin D, ferritin, and B12. The conclusion is that the user has experienced great results with finasteride in stopping shedding and now has minimal shedding when showering and combing hair.
A user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss due to concerns about oral side effects from high DHT levels. They have been using topical finasteride with minoxidil but are exploring mesotherapy as an alternative, while another user shares their experience with mesotherapy sessions using dutasteride and minoxidil without side effects.
The conversation is about someone using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 7 months, seeing some hair regrowth, and now switching to oral dutasteride. Some suggest continuing treatment and possibly adding a hair transplant in the future.
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.
This conversation is about various treatments for hair loss, including taking OralMinoxidil and Finasteride pills. It discusses different prices and sources of these medications in different countries.
A 24-year-old male has been using 5% minoxidil for five years and recently added 0.025% topical finasteride to his routine. He noticed some improvement in his crown area but is considering stronger treatments like oral finasteride or dutasteride for better results, especially on the temples.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil, with additional advice from other users about the use of dutasteride, LLLT (irestore hat), and Dr pen microneedling.
A 22-year-old male has been using Minoxidil for 2.5 years and Finasteride for 8 months without significant improvement in hair loss. Despite adding supplements and other treatments, hair density remains low, and he seeks advice on further options.
The conversation discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically using finasteride for almost 5 months and minoxidil for 8 months. The user is considering switching to oralminoxidil and possibly dutasteride if not satisfied with the results, despite others noting progress and advising patience.
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This conversation is about a user's progress while using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with emphasis on taking oral finasteride at night before bed for optimal results. They also discuss the brand of medication being used (Morr F 5%) and the importance of taking a generic version of the same drug.
A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.
A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oralMinoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding despite 2 years on finasteride, 1.5 years on RU58841, and 10 months on oralminoxidil, and is frustrated with the ongoing issue. Another user shares a similar experience of losing a lot of hair daily for the last 3 years.
A user documented their two-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling, showing significant improvement. They switched from topical to oralminoxidil after the first year, experiencing some shedding and minor bloating.
Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oralminoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
The user "Bishiop" shared a comparison of their hair progress over 9 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Other users commented on the results and shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.
The user shared their 6-month progress using Dutasteride .5 daily, RU 100mg once a day, and 15 mg oralMinoxidil for hair loss. They reported visible results, no side effects, and increased body hair, despite concerns from others about the high dosage and potential health risks.
A 22-year-old male's 14-month hair loss treatment journey, starting with daily doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, then reducing dutasteride frequency, and finally switching to finasteride while maintaining daily minoxidil. Despite reduced libido, he's satisfied with his hair progress, started seeing results after 2 months, and believes finasteride is effective for maintenance.
A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for hair loss, but natural oils like pumpkin seed oil and saw palmetto are not proven to be effective. Topical finasteride may be an option for those who cannot tolerate oral finasteride.
The user is using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but reduced the dosage due to side effects like lightheadedness and weakness. They are also taking vitamins and natural DHT blockers.
The user started oralminoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1.25mg) for hair loss but experienced decreased libido, weaker erections, and sleep issues after a week. They stopped finasteride and are considering lowering the dosage due to concerns about side effects.
The user started using 1mg oral finasteride a year ago and added oralminoxidil 3-4 months ago, experiencing no side effects except initial aching. They found oralminoxidil more effective for regrowth and easier than topical due to its toxicity to dogs.
A person had success with micro-needling for hair growth but stopped and noticed hairline recession. They plan to restart treatment at age 40, using micro-needling, oralminoxidil, finasteride, a laser cap, topical minoxidil with tretinoin, collagen, and other supplements.