community From finasteride to Serenoa repens
The user experienced anxiety and side effects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity One year on dut 5mg daily as a 19-20 yr old , answering any queries
A 19-20-year-old has been using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily for a year to combat hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to side effects. They plan to continue this regimen and consider a future hair transplant, experiencing no significant side effects from dutasteride.
community 3 months on fin + min: Honest & detailed review.
A 25-year-old male using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily noticed slight hair density improvement on the crown, less shedding, and no serious side effects except occasional mild discomfort. He uses Nizoral shampoo for itching and takes Vitamin D and Magnesium supplements, while maintaining a positive mental outlook and working on improving his sleep schedule.
community 33M: Adjusting Finasteride Dosage After Cognitive Side Effects - Seeking Advice
A 33-year-old male has been using finasteride 1mg for nearly 4 years, experiencing stabilized hair loss and some regrowth but also cognitive issues. He is considering reducing the dose or switching to topical finasteride with minoxidil to maintain hair while minimizing cognitive side effects.
community Almost a month on fin boys 18M, listing off my side effects, and some advice for other balding teens or balding people in general.
An 18-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin to combat hair loss, experiencing side effects like higher libido and watery semen. He advises others to start with finasteride, avoid natural remedies, and maintain a healthy lifestyle for better hair health.
community DIY Testosterone replacement therapy and fin
An 18-year-old is considering testosterone replacement therapy with finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss but worries about side effects. Users recommend alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, and consulting a doctor.
community Stay on Fin and add Pyrilutamide vs transition to Dut and no Pyri?
User is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. Other users recommend dutasteride for its effectiveness and suggest adding pyrilutamide.
community 41/M Seeking Advice on Alternatives to Fin/Dut Due to Gyno
A 41-year-old South Asian individual feels hopeless about hair loss and cannot use oral finasteride or dutasteride due to existing gynecomastia. They are seeking advice on alternative treatments.
community who else just can't seem to take finasteride?
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including anxiety and libido issues, and is currently using topical minoxidil and microneedling. They are considering trying dutasteride but are concerned about potential side effects.
community Duality of (diffuse thinning) man
The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.