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960-990 / 1000+ resultscommunity Creatine paired with finasteride
community Am I a good candidate for finasteride? (Bloodwork) 18M NW2
An 18-year-old with Norwood 2 hair loss is considering finasteride treatment. Bloodwork shows testosterone and hormone levels mostly within normal ranges, except for low estradiol.
community (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?
The user is experiencing hair thinning and shedding despite no family history of male pattern baldness. They are considering starting treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.
community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15
A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.
community You should start with finasteride only
Begin with finasteride to evaluate its effectiveness before adding minoxidil. Combining treatments may enhance results but could also increase side effects; individual responses differ.
community My annual shed is a test of will, patience and emotional toughness
Annual hair shedding occurs for user, lasting 3 months, despite various factors. User takes Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dutasteride, and experiences regrowth but fears weakening hairline.
community A non-responder revisiting Minoxidil with Follica FR5 / FR10 / FR15
The user discusses using Follics FR5, FR10, and FR15, which combine Minoxidil, Adenosine, Procapil, Azelaic acid, and Procyanidin B2, to address hair loss. They have previously used Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride with varying success.
community 21M Deciding Between Minoxidil and Finasteride Due to Receding Hairline and Thinning Crown
A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is unsure whether to choose minoxidil or finasteride. They prefer oral treatments and are leaning towards finasteride despite concerns about side effects and family opposition.
community M18, On tropical minox 5% for 2 months now
An 18-year-old has been using 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months for hair loss, with a history of vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. Users suggest starting finasteride and blocking DHT for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
community i hate how much i’m stressing about hair loss
Someone who is starting to experience hair loss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.
community I think I gave myself congestive heart failure
A user experienced severe side effects, including symptoms of congestive heart failure, after using excessive doses of minoxidil for beard growth. They stopped using it due to financial reasons, but still suffer from lingering symptoms and are advised to seek medical attention.
community Sons altering formula, clinically sound or greed?
A user is concerned about a change in the formula of Sons topical treatment, which now requires fewer sprays but contains less minoxidil. They question if the change is for convenience or if it's a way to charge the same for less product.
community 2 years of treatment with fin, dut and oral minoxidil
The user experienced chronic telogen effluvium and mild male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and later switched to dutasteride, which stopped excessive hair shedding. Other treatments like low-level laser therapy, hair loss shampoos (except ketoconazole), and supplements were ineffective.
community Megadosing Koshine826(Pyrilutamide), my Plan.
The user plans to use 1% Koshine826, 0.1% Alfatradiol, Minoxidil with Tretinoin, microneedling, and Stemoxydine for hair loss treatment. They expect significant recovery with this regimen.
community On the topic of HMI-115 and prolactin: has anyone tried adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to their topical solutions?
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to topical hair loss treatments like RU58841, finasteride, or minoxidil. The user suggests that Vitamin B6 might enhance these treatments by naturally lowering scalp prolactin.
community 5 Months Oral Fin Min Biotin Daily
OP uses 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and 10mg biotin daily, along with a biotin, caffeine, and saw palmetto shampoo. OP noticed results after 5 months, with occasional heart palpitations from minoxidil.
community Dogan Turan vs Bruno Pinto please i need your suggested
The user is considering a hair transplant and is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, antiandrogens, ketoconazole shampoo, and serenoa repens. They are deciding between surgeons Dogan Turan and Bruno Pinto, and are concerned about the technique and potential complications due to diffuse hair loss.
community A little suspicious of a suggested prescription.
A user is considering switching from finasteride to a combination capsule of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss, but is unsure about the credibility and cost. Other users suggest getting separate prescriptions for better control and cost-effectiveness.
community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral
The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.
community Switched from 1mg finesteride to 5mg cut in 4
Switching from 1mg to 5mg finasteride cut into four pieces led to increased hair shedding, from 3 hairs to 10-30 hairs a day. The user also takes multivitamins, biotin, and fish oil.
community 18M Seeking Norwood Classification for My Hairline with Photos
An 18-year-old is seeking advice on their hair loss pattern and potential treatments. They are considering using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Mix Pyrilutamide powder in Minoxidil solution?
Mixing Pyrilutamide powder with Minoxidil solution is being considered. The Minoxidil solution contains Minoxidil 5%, Azelaic acid 5%, ABN complex 0.8%, Retinol 0.025%, Caffeine 0.001%, and a delivery vehicle.
community Are these all vellus hairs that will go terminal?
The user is using oral minoxidil, ghk-cu, and HGH for hair regrowth, noticing small vellus hairs on the crown. They avoid traditional DHT blockers like finasteride due to side effects, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of ghk-cu.
community 31M, Using Minoxidil for 5 Months, Considering Finasteride – How to Assess Responsiveness?
A 27-year-old male has been using minoxidil for five months with no improvement and is considering adding finasteride to address potential DHT interference. He is seeking advice on whether finasteride might enhance minoxidil's effectiveness or if he should consider other options like a hair transplant.
community Tretinoin to counter-act Minoxidil's skin effects?
community Retinol or tretnoin with minoxidil?
Combining retinol or tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss the potential benefits and effectiveness of this combination.
community My current regimen for MPB
The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.
community What blood exams should I do on dut/oral min
The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.
community Using Fin and Alfatradiol in conjunction?
User considers adding Alfatradiol to their topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. Others discuss Alfatradiol as a weak estrogen and 5α-reductase inhibitor used for pattern hair loss in men and women.