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      community RU58481, are side effects exegerated?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841's side effects may be exaggerated due to anxiety, with some users experiencing no issues and others reporting symptoms like chest pain. RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride are used for hair loss treatment, with varying individual reactions.

      community Going to start the sulforaphane experiment

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including minoxidil and finasteride, and their negative side effects. They outlined a new treatment plan involving microneedling, various supplements, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with plans to document progress over three months. Another user responded, indicating their own similar efforts were a waste of money.

      community DHT blockers for women, and your experiences with them?

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with Spironolactone for hair loss, noting it stopped hair loss and cleared acne but had side effects like frequent urination and potential kidney damage. They also mentioned Bicalutamide as a potentially more potent DHT blocker with fewer side effects and asked for others' experiences with DHT blockers for women.

      community I saw results in just 10 days ..

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported noticeable hair thickening after 10 days of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, but others suggested it might be an April Fool's joke or a placebo effect. The user also mentioned a high protein intake and regular gym workouts, while others discussed concerns about finasteride's side effects.

      community Taking 1mg finasteride for prevention

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 week ago
      A 26-year-old is taking 1mg finasteride for hair loss prevention, experiencing side effects like low libido, and considering adding minoxidil but is hesitant. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, possibly adjusting the dosage, and incorporating scalp massages or microneedling to improve results.

      community Turkey is constantly pouring money into fear mongering around finasteride in order to protect its hair transplant economy

      in Satire  116 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly recommended by hair transplant clinics, including those in Turkey, despite some negative perceptions and concerns about side effects. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about side effects and others emphasizing the importance of these medications for successful hair transplants.

      community My hair progress since Sept 2023

      in Progress Pictures  476 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user started using finasteride and topical minoxidil in September 2023, later adding a Theradome laser helmet, which helped reduce hair shedding significantly. The user reports improved hair coverage and stability, attributing most progress to the medications rather than the helmet.

      community 42 years old / 6 months / dut, minox, keto, dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  44 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 42-year-old is using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, and a dermaroller for hair loss, with noticeable progress after six months. They are questioning if further gains are possible and considering stopping the dermaroller, as advised that future improvements may only involve hair thickening.

      community Are fruit seeds more effective than fin/Dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 months ago
      The user experienced reduced hair loss after switching from finasteride and dutasteride to consuming fruit seeds like pumpkin and flaxseed, but others suggest the improvement is likely due to the delayed effects of the medications. There is skepticism about the seeds' effectiveness in blocking DHT compared to the medications.

      community 23M | Dut 0.5mg daily + Minoxidil/Tret | 136-day progress (pics)

      in Progress Pictures  234 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shares his 136-day progress using a hair loss treatment regimen of daily Dutasteride 0.5mg, topical Minoxidil 5% with Tretinoin, and Nizoral every other day, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth. He notes high energy and libido, with no shedding, and attributes most progress to Dutasteride.

      community How to reverse "Dutasteride face"?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced facial puffiness after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, which they believe is due to dutasteride. They are seeking advice on reversing this effect, considering factors like diet, exercise, and potential hormonal changes.

      community 10 months progress pictures oral min+fin. It worked!

      in Progress Pictures  255 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 10 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables from Hims, with no side effects. He noticed increased hair volume, especially at the front, and recommends trying the medication for hair loss.

      community Considering a hair transplant. Thoughts?

      in Transplants  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 27-year-old is considering a hair transplant after unsuccessful minoxidil and dermarolling use, but is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects. Users advise trying finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss and suggest that a transplant won't stop balding without medication.

      community Huge anxiety after taking finasteride

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experiences severe anxiety and physical symptoms after taking finasteride and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since dutasteride is unavailable. They suspect an allergic reaction to finasteride and have stopped using it.

      community Finasteride 1mg, splitting into 0.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about managing side effects of finasteride for hair loss, with users discussing splitting 1mg pills into 0.5mg doses to reduce fatigue and other side effects. Some users experienced initial side effects like fatigue and heart palpitations, which improved over time or with dose adjustments.

      community Minoxidil is NOT an Anti-androgen. No.

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil is not an anti-androgen; it is a growth stimulator and does not lower DHT like finasteride or dutasteride. Minoxidil can cause side effects like facial swelling and anxiety due to its vasodilator properties.

      community 6 Months topical 5% minoxidil twice a day.

      in Progress Pictures  147 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using topical 5% minoxidil for six months with minimal results and is worried about greasy hair and potential side effects of adding finasteride. Others suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride for better results, while discussing potential side effects like erectile dysfunction.

      community 6 Months Oral Dut/Min Progress

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth and increased libido after switching from oral finasteride to 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, following hair loss induced by a testosterone cycle. He reported initial shedding and decreased libido with finasteride, but no side effects with dutasteride, and noted improvements in hair density, temple regrowth, and reduced acne.

      community Progress with 7 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared progress after 7 months of hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil with finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, LLLT laser cap, and scalp massage. They reported thicker, denser hair with no significant side effects.

      community Fin working well but dull orgasm

      in Update  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.

      community 5 months on dut/fin/min progress

      in Progress Pictures  175 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 months using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, despite initial side effects like erectile dysfunction, which resolved after switching from finasteride to dutasteride. The user reports full recovery of hair density and improved skin condition, though the right temple remains slightly recessed.

      community Hair Loss Journey so far and where to now (22yo)

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is using topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins and supplements. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments do not stop hair loss or promote regrowth.