The user is seeking affordable alternatives for oral finasteride and minoxidil in the UK due to high costs. They have been using these treatments from Sons with positive results.
The user has been using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss without success and is considering adding topical 17α-estradiol, Pyrilutamide, Clascoterone, or cetirizine. They have confirmed low serum DHT levels and are exploring additional treatments due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and prostaglandin D2.
A user shared progress pictures after three months of using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg oral finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth following a hair transplant. Other users praised the results, discussed similar experiences, and expressed interest in trying oral minoxidil.
The user has been using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for a year with minimal progress in hair regrowth. Many suggest a hair transplant and recommend switching to dutasteride and considering topical treatments.
A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using a daily oral 3-in-1 pill containing 1.1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg biotin from LockLab, with no side effects reported. The user also uses a derma-stamp twice a week to promote blood flow and stimulate growth.
An 18-year-old started taking 1.5 mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse thinning but is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects. They are questioning if minoxidil alone will be effective.
The user started using 5 mg oral minoxidil and 1 mg finasteride daily, along with microneedling and applying lavender oil, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil to the scalp. They report significant hair regrowth within a few months.
Users discussed their experiences with minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, sharing application methods and side effects. Concerns included hair texture changes, safety around pets, and the importance of consulting a doctor before using oral minoxidil.
A 23-year-old experiencing hair thinning has seen noticeable improvement after using 1.25 mg oral finasteride for over a year and recently starting 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, along with ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering a hair transplant in the future and have not experienced any side effects from the medication.
The user has been taking oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily for over a year without seeing improvement in hair loss. They are considering trying topical treatments or derma stamping for better results.
The user is experiencing breast tenderness and lumps after three weeks on 0.5 mg oral finasteride, a common side effect. They also report mild brain fog and fatigue but are less concerned about these symptoms.
The user transitioned from finasteride to RU58841 and oral minoxidil to maintain hair gains while avoiding systemic DHT suppression. They have not experienced increased shedding or side effects since stopping finasteride and hope RU58841 will preserve their hair.
An 18-year-old is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin for severe hair loss and is considering adding dutasteride. Despite concerns about starting finasteride at a young age, the user prioritizes preventing further hair loss over potential hormone issues.
The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil for hair loss but saw limited improvement. They are considering increasing doses, trying RU58841, and possibly a hair transplant, while others suggest checking for vitamin deficiencies.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, with minimal side effects. They also use testosterone to balance any libido effects from finasteride.
A 20-year-old is using 5% minoxidil and 0.1% dutasteride foam, along with oral 2.5 mg minoxidil, Forcapil, vitamin D3, and Alpecin shampoo for hair loss, noticing new hair growth and improved hair density. They previously tried finasteride but stopped due to side effects.
The user is considering switching from topical to oral finasteride due to lack of progress with their current hair loss treatment, which includes topical fin/min, microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, oral minoxidil, biotin, collagen, tretinoin, and hair masks. A suggestion was made to try oral finasteride for potentially better results and to monitor progress over 6-12 months.
The user is using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and a topical compound with minoxidil, latanoprost, finasteride, and biotin. They are considering stopping the topical minoxidil due to lack of noticeable results on the head but are concerned about potential hair loss or shedding.
The conversation is about concerns regarding starting finasteride for AGA, with a preference for topical finasteride due to worries about oral side effects. The user is considering adding oral minoxidil later due to an allergy to topical minoxidil.
The user is considering switching from topical 5% minoxidil to oral minoxidil at 1.25 mg daily due to practicality, despite the higher cost. They are seeking advice on whether this low-dose oral approach is effective.
A user has been using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil for six months, with some derma stamping, but feels hair growth has stagnated and is considering PRP or a hair transplant. Others advise continuing the current regimen, noting that maintaining existing hair is an achievement, and suggest ignoring negative comments from friends.
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil since September 2023, experiencing heavy shedding but seeing progress. They also use ketoconazole shampoo and briefly tried a topical finasteride + minoxidil solution, which seemed to worsen their hair density.
The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil and started taking dutasteride, experiencing continuous shedding for over six months. They are concerned about the quality of the oral minoxidil and unsure if new vellus hair growth is related to the treatment.
A 32-year-old shares 2-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting early improvements and no side effects. Encouragement is given for continued progress.
The user experienced negative side effects from oral minoxidil, including cardiac issues and excessive sweating, and decided to switch to topical minoxidil while using other treatments like RU58841, Setipiprant, Azelaic acid, and latanoprost. Another user suggested splitting the oral minoxidil dose to reduce side effects.
The user experienced significant hair improvement after 3 months using daily oral tablets of 1.2mg finasteride and 3mg minoxidil, along with vitamins and biotin. The hairline looks much better despite initial shedding.
The user experienced erectile dysfunction from oral finasteride and is considering alternatives like topical high-dose finasteride, RU58841, topical Latanoprost, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed changes in testosterone and DHT levels, and the endocrinologist advised stopping finasteride.
The user is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil for convenience and better hair regrowth, despite concerns about side effects. They are also tapering off finasteride while starting dutasteride.
The user is considering switching between topical minoxidil (10%) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) to manage hair shedding around the temples, while also using a dermaroller and biotin. They are concerned about the potential side effects of oral minoxidil, such as hypertrichosis, and the impact on hair shedding if they stop using it.