Creatine may cause hair shedding and texture changes, with mixed user experiences. Combining creatine with finasteride doesn't always prevent these effects, possibly due to individual DHT sensitivity.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido and weaker erections, but experiences vary. Some users switch to dutasteride or topical treatments, while others stop finasteride to restore normal sexual function.
A 20-year-old experiencing hair shedding after starting oral finasteride is advised to continue treatment and consider adding topical minoxidil. Shedding is normal, and patience is needed for hair regrowth.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss and unlikely to significantly affect collagen synthesis, making it a safe option without causing premature skin aging. Users report positive hair regrowth without noticeable skin aging.
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.
User is experiencing scalp itch and hair loss despite using Nizoral, Minoxidil, derma rolling, and Finasteride for 6 months. They are considering switching to Dutasteride.
A 23-year-old shared his hair regrowth progress after using Minoxidil, finasteride, Dutasteride, and RU58841 for over a year. The post received supportive comments, with others sharing their own experiences and complimenting his transformation.
A user shared a 3.5-month hair regrowth progress using Minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, and has started taking oral finasteride to maintain gains. There was a significant initial hair shed, which is normal for these treatments.
The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.
Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.
How little the average person knows about hair loss and how it can be an unfairly stigmatized issue, even by people with little knowledge of it themselves. Some specific treatments that were discussed include finasteride, RU58841, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyritinol, dermarolling, and diet/lifestyle changes.
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
Topical minoxidil is effective for hair loss, while topical finasteride caused side effects like erectile dysfunction. Mesotherapy is considered stronger than home treatments like microneedling with topical nutrients.
The user started using topical Minoxidil and Procapil, then added oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, seeing some hair thickening but no improvement in the frontal hairline. They believe nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle impact hair health and are seeking ways to track hairline and medication use.
A 30-year-old man with diffuse hair thinning shared his hair regrowth regimen, which includes increasing Vitamin D intake, taking oral castor oil, using a dermapen, and various supplements like Glycine, K2, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Aspirin, Sodium Bicarbonate, and a multivitamin. He also mentioned inconsistent use of Minoxidil, Peppermint Oil, Zix, and topical Castor Oil, and negative side effects from Finasteride, RU58841, and Nizoral.
A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.
The conversation is about adding Swisse Hair Nutrition for Men, which contains saw palmetto and various vitamins, to a Minoxidil and finasteride regimen to potentially enhance hair growth. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of stacking these supplements with their current treatment.
Quitting caffeine likely won't affect hair follicles, and it might improve nutrition, which can help hair health. The user is using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss.
A user lost hair progress due to stress, poor nutrition, and lack of medication while in prison. They are now using a mix of natural oils and micro-needling, and plan to resume RU58841, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
A 35-year-old man shared his progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year, reporting no significant side effects and improved hair growth. He emphasized the importance of nutrition and plans to continue the treatment indefinitely.
A 19-year-old male experiencing diffuse hair thinning has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months with no improvement. Suggestions include continuing the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, and considering nutritional or hormonal causes.
A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hair shedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using Nizoral weekly and 1000mg of pumpkin seed oil daily. Users also mention using finasteride, rosemary oil, and nutritional yeast for hair loss treatment.
A 68-year-old woman with iron deficiency and hypertension is considering using 5% minoxidil for hair regrowth and plans to see a dermatologist. Some suggest using wigs and focusing on health, while others recommend checking for hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.
A 34-year-old woman has been using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride since January 2026 to address hair thinning caused by PCOS and poor nutrition. She reports ongoing hair shedding but has improved her diet with whole foods and supplements.
The user experienced intensified hair thinning after 10 years on finasteride and saw little improvement after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 8 months. Suggestions included continuing dutasteride for another 6-8 months, considering additional treatments like topical finasteride, and evaluating nutrition and other potential causes of hair loss.