A 30-year-old male shares his 6-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mgoralminoxidil, noting increased hair thickness and regrowth. He also mentions using supplements like biotin and cod liver oil and discusses the convenience of combined pills.
User restarted hair loss treatment with consistent finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and weekly dermarolling. Another user shared their regimen including dutasteride, oralminoxidil, RU58841, derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and stemoxydine.
The user is happy with their 2-month progress using a 3-in-1oral tablet containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, with minor side effects like slightly lower libido. They report no significant issues like breakouts and note that oral treatments are more effective than topical ones.
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after one year of using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg) daily, with initial concerns about libido that resolved after a week. The user reported minimal shedding and no other side effects, making a hair transplant optional.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a new slow-release oralminoxidil compared to topical minoxidil and finasteride. The results show that twice-daily dosing of the new treatment is slightly more effective than once-daily, but concerns about cost, side effects, and the accuracy of reported results remain.
User shared 3.5 months progress on oral finasteride 1.25mg daily with no side effects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and shared their experiences.
A user reported better hair regrowth with 5 mgoralminoxidil and 1mg dutasteride than with finasteride and topical minoxidil, calling topical minoxidil a scam. Replies varied, with some defending topical minoxidil, questioning the user's application method, and suggesting that previous treatments might be contributing to the observed results.
A 25-year-old male shared his 2.5-year hair restoration journey using 1mg finasteride and oralminoxidil, starting with 2.5mg and increasing to 5 mg, resulting in significant hair improvement and no major side effects. He experienced minor shedding and noted better results with the higher minoxidil dosage.
The user reported significant improvement in hair thickness and color in the crown area after 3 months on Dutasteride 2.5mg and oralMinoxidil 5 mg, with temporary side effects that resolved. They switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride due to lack of results with the former.
A user started taking 2.5mg Dutasteride for hair loss, along with oralMinoxidil, and is concerned about liver impact. Other users warn about the high dosage and potential health risks.
The user has been taking 0.25mg of oral finasteride daily for a month and is considering increasing the dose to 1/3 of a pill. They have also been using topical minoxidil for several years.
A 23-year-old has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 5mg oralMinoxidil daily for two years, but their hair has thinned considerably. Suggestions include increasing the Dutasteride dose, adding Finasteride, or considering a hair transplant.
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair improvement in two months using 2.5mgoralminoxidil daily, 1mg finasteride every other day, weekly dermastamping, daily scalp massages, and rosemary oil. The user reports no side effects and questions if the rapid progress is typical or if they are a hyper responder.
User shared 1-year progress on Fin 1mg, switching to 0.4 mg Dut and oral1.25mg Min. Good results with Fin, biotin supplement, and biotin shampoo; trying Dut and oral Min for potential better results.
This user has been struggling with hair loss for the past two years and attempted to treat it using finasteride and minoxidil. Despite their efforts, they have not seen any improvement in their condition, so they have decided to shave or buzz their head instead. Others gave advice on other treatments that could be tried if desired.
A 30-year-old shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mgoralminoxidil, 1mg finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and bi-weekly microneedling. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some noting shedding as a temporary phase before stronger regrowth.
A user is worried about hair loss despite using finasteride, oralminoxidil, and keto shampoo for two years and is considering switching to dutasteride. Responses suggest patience, lifestyle changes, or trying additional treatments like microneedling.
A 33-year-old male shares his successful hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride (1.25mg daily) for 22 months and topical minoxidil for 10 years, along with dermarolling. He reports significant hair regrowth, no side effects, and emphasizes the importance of consistency in his routine.
A user shared a nine-month hair regrowth progress using 5mg oralMinoxidil and 1.25mgoral Finasteride daily, with noticeable improvement and no side effects, despite a high-protein diet, occasional smoking, and regular exercise. They also mentioned using keto shampoo and having naturally increased body hair by about 10%.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after two months on a Hims oral treatment combining 3 mgminoxidil, 1.1mg finasteride, and vitamins. The treatment is considered a normal/high dose, and the user reported initial side effects like oily skin and acne, which subsided over time.
The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after two months of using oral finasteride (0.5 mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg) and is considering a hair transplant. They are seeking advice on surgeons closer to the U.S. and discussing potential side effects and alternative treatments.
A 32-year-old man shared his progress using oral finasteride and topical Minoxidil with 0.5% finasteride, showing significant hair density improvement. Users suggested considering a hair transplant for bald temples and praised his results.
The user has been using 0.25mg finasteride daily for about a year and is considering adding oralminoxidil but is concerned about potential side effects. Most responses suggest sticking with finasteride, possibly increasing the dose, and avoiding oralminoxidil due to its side effects, with some recommending topical minoxidil instead.
A user's progress with using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, dermarolling 1.5mm once per week and ketoconazole 2% shampoo for 2.5 months. Other users have suggested that the user should also use finasteride in order to maintain their results.
A 23-year-old male experienced good hair growth and increased self-confidence after 10 months of using oral finasteride (1.25mg) and topical minoxidil (5% twice a day), despite no decrease in hair shedding. He also used 1mm microneedling monthly and reported minor side effects like forgetfulness.
MaximusDurkimus shares experience with 0.25mg Finasteride, Minoxidil-induced lupus, and less than 10mg RU58841 for hair loss. Plans to try 0.025% topical Finasteride with 5% Stemoxydine and possibly Tretinoin, Fluridil, or CB-03-01 in the future.
The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mgoralminoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D3, fish oil, and weekly microneedling with a 1mm roller. They are considering switching to a derma stamp and are pleased with the results, despite some concerns about using both oral and topical minoxidil together.
Making a 1 year update on hair loss treatment of Finasteride, 5 mgoralminoxidil and topical minoxidil with 1.5 mm dermarolling; the user experienced some face pimples, baggy eyes, and had tried skin care. They also used fiber with their hair product and left it for a few days to make it look visually better. Replies were positive and one asked if using both oral and topical minoxidil was overkill.
A 49-year-old male switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride 2.5mg daily, along with oralMinoxidil 5 mg, resulting in significant hair regrowth and stopping hair loss after six months. Despite initial side effects like adrenaline spikes and urinary issues, the user is satisfied with the results and plans to continue the treatment.