The user started finasteride and experienced increased shedding for five months. They are concerned about how low vitamin levels might affect the shedding and effectiveness of finasteride.
The user is experiencing irritation from using PG with RU58841 and is seeking alternative solutions like K&B in the UK. They report redness, itchiness, and flaky skin from the current treatment.
A 20-year-old experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and is considering switching to topical treatments, including minoxidil and tretinoin. Another user shared their experience of switching to topical finasteride and minoxidil, then to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting no sideeffects with dutasteride.
The user experiences significant hair shedding during seasonal changes while using oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride 1mg daily. They question if shedding miniaturized hairs is normal or if a stronger treatment is needed.
The conversation discusses the use of low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss and its potential effects on skin aging. Users shared experiences, with some noting sideeffects like puffy eyelids and dark circles, but no conclusive evidence of significant collagen depletion or increased wrinkles.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using 1mg oral finasteride and topical minoxidil daily for three months. They experienced initial sideeffects but reported no issues after five weeks, and the conversation includes discussions on the effectiveness and sideeffects of these treatments.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp sensitivity, and itching despite using finasteride for four months, and has tried various shampoos without relief. They are advised to consult a dermatologist for potential scarring alopecia and consider other treatments like adding Dutasteride.
User shared progress pictures after 7 months of using 0.25mg finasteride daily and 1ml minoxidil twice daily, reporting no sideeffects and being thrilled with the results. Other users discussed the effectiveness of lower doses and the psychological impact of potential sideeffects.
Oral minoxidil can cause rare facial bloating, especially at higher doses and in women. Reducing sodium intake, drinking more water, and adjusting the dose can help manage sideeffects.
The user is using oral minoxidil for hair growth and is considering adding topical latanoprost, but is concerned about potential eye color change. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness of latanoprost for hair thickening and the risk of eye color change.
A user's 3-month experience with pyrilutamide to reduce hair shedding, and how it may not be strong enough to stop the thinning of their hairline. Other users mentioned the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for treating hair loss.
The user experienced successful hair regrowth with Finasteride and Minoxidil but developed erectile dysfunction and abdominal pain, possibly due to medication or lifestyle changes. They plan to consult a urologist and consider adjusting medication or trying supplements like zinc, DIM, or boron.
The user has been using Pyrilutamide (Pyril) for hair loss for a month alongside finasteride/dutasteride since 2021 but hasn't seen results. They are considering switching to RU58841 due to its many success stories, despite being skeptical about the legitimacy and testing of Pyrilutamide.
The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no sideeffects.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride, with additional treatments like minoxidil and tretinoin, has not improved hair loss and may have worsened it. Users report better results with finasteride, citing fewer sideeffects and lower cost.
The conversation discusses whether long-term use of finasteride (Fin) is harmful to the liver, with various opinions on sideeffects and comparisons to other substances. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil (Min), and RU58841 (RU).
The user experienced worsening hair density after using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, suspecting RU58841 might be the cause. They are considering stopping RU58841 after a scalp biopsy, while others share mixed experiences with RU58841's effectiveness.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride every other day without sideeffects, starting to see results after 3-4 months. They chose not to use minoxidil due to its sideeffects and because finasteride effectively stopped hair loss.
The conversation discusses the use of pyrilutamide for hair loss, specifically its impact on shedding. The user is inquiring if others have experienced increased or decreased shedding after starting pyrilutamide.
A 28-year-old male reported significant hair regrowth using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride over five months, with occasional ketoconazole use. Users discussed sideeffects like stuffy nose and low libido, and shared experiences with different hair loss treatments.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride, with mixed results on hair loss and sideeffects like oily skin and acne. Some users experienced regrowth with oral minoxidil, while others noted differences in effectiveness and sideeffects between the two medications.
The user is using 1mg oral finasteride, 1.25mg oral minoxidil nightly, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly for hair loss, reporting no sideeffects. They self-prescribed after inconsistent use of topical minoxidil, using Lonitab from Intas pharmaceutical.
New hair loss treatments include topical and gel formulations combining finasteride and dutasteride, with added caffeine and melatonin. The user reports good results with the topical dutasteride.
The results of using Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment available on the gray market, and other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting better results and less hair shedding on dutasteride. Others experienced noticeable prevention but not significant gains, and some faced issues like scalp itching.
Concerns about the effectiveness of DHT inhibitors like finasteride and minoxidil due to potential polymorph issues. Experts suggest these concerns are largely unfounded, especially compared to rare cases like ritonavir.
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride (.025% concentration), minoxidil, Nutrafol, and vitamin D to address hair loss. They experienced initial sideeffects but reported improvement over 11 weeks and are considering increasing the dosage.
The conversation discusses concerns about the efficacy of pyrilutamide if left in a mailbox for several hours. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
Dutasteride and finasteride can cause changes in physical appearance, like more feminine features and increased water retention. Users report sideeffects such as reduced libido, weight gain, and improved skin clarity, while some notice no significant changes.
A user's update on their hair loss treatments, which included Minoxidil and finasteride; they are experiencing reduced shedding with minimal sideeffects. Other users provided additional advice to the poster based on their own experiences.