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      community Doctor recommended dut+min post HT but for only 6 months

      in General  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant and was prescribed dutasteride and minoxidil for 6 months to address crown thinning. They are skeptical about the short duration and consider continuing the medication longer.

      community Laser Diode Cap, I already use Oral Fin, Topical Min 5%, Nizoral and Microneedling

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on maximizing hair growth while using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral, and microneedling, and is considering adding a laser diode cap, topical finasteride, retinol, and caffeine. Suggestions include using tretinoin with minoxidil for better absorption, switching to dutasteride, and considering RU58841 or pyrilutamide.

      community One year off fin/min and I regret it

      in Update  417 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects but plans to resume treatment. They consider using finasteride every other day and continuing topical minoxidil to manage side effects while maintaining hair.

      community 20M Diffuse Thinning for 2 Years, No Improvement with Treatments

      in General  130 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is experiencing worsening diffuse thinning despite using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride with minoxidil, oral finasteride, stemoxydine, and pyrilutimide. He is seeking support and advice as he struggles with the mental and physical challenges of hair loss treatments.

      community Using RU58841 instead of finasteride.

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped using finasteride due to side effects and switched to RU58841, which seems to be working for hair regrowth. They are considering RU58841 and minoxidil as long-term treatments, while others discuss the safety and effectiveness of these options.

      community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

      in Transgender  591 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

      community 26 months of finasteride—> below baseline

      in Update  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, General-Switch-5722, has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over 2 years but is still experiencing hair loss. They are considering adding a low dose of RU58841 or topical dutasteride as potential treatments. Other users in the conversation have suggested switching to dutasteride or using oral minoxidil.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community 7 months on oral min (2.5mg) + fin — anyone see results later?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride (1.25mg) for 21 months and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) for 7 months with no noticeable improvement, seeking others' experiences on timelines for results. Suggestions include microneedling and vitamin D supplements, with the expectation that modest results or maintenance are common.

      community Committing to Fin/Min every day for the rest of your life?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, with many users finding them manageable as part of a daily routine. Costs can be reduced by purchasing generic versions, and while some users express concerns about long-term use, most agree the benefits outweigh the inconvenience.

      community 18 month apart - been on Fin for 3 years, feel like in the last 18 months I’ve lost some ground. Black top is today.

      in Update  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride for three years and topical minoxidil, and while they feel they've lost some ground in the last 18 months, most responses suggest their hair looks the same or even fuller. The general consensus is that the treatments have maintained the hair well, with some users suggesting additional treatments like derma stamping or dutasteride for further improvement.

      community 5+ years on meds, still losing

      in Progress Pictures 8 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride and minoxidil since 2020 and increased dutasteride and minoxidil doses in June 2024, but still experiences hair loss. Despite trying pyrilutamide without success, opinions vary on whether the hair loss is significant, with some suggesting it might be due to lighting, angles, or a regular shedding cycle.

      community How likely do you think it is for PP405 to come out?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 8 months ago
      PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that works through metabolic pathways rather than hormonal ones, with an estimated market release between late 2027 and 2029. Current alternatives to finasteride include minoxidil, pyralutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with hair transplants also being a viable option.

      community 32M: Oral Fin/Minox for 6 Months - Seeking Advice on Continued Thinning

      in Finasteride  117 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced short-term hair regrowth with topical minoxidil, but thinning resumed. He switched to oral finasteride and minoxidil, saw initial improvement, but now faces aggressive thinning again and is considering other treatments like dutasteride, derma rollers, or red light caps.

      community Status update on upcoming treatments

      in Technology  44 upvotes 6 months ago
      Current treatments for hair loss include finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. New treatments like Breezula, PP405, and others are not expected until at least 2027 or later.

      community Opinions on this study for Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared their 5-year hair loss journey, initially using a product called Triphasic Progressive by Rene Furterer, which gave good results. Later, they switched to FDA-approved medications finasteride and minoxidil, which also helped, but they noticed the most significant progress with Triphasic. They're considering trying it again if minoxidil doesn't show improvements.

      community Thoughts on the future of pp405?

      in Research/Science  43 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is considered a promising hair loss treatment, potentially replacing minoxidil but not finasteride. Users are hopeful for future treatments like GT20029 and VDPHL01, while remaining cautious about effectiveness and side effects.

      community Has Anyone Gotten Results With TH16?

      in Product  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using TH16, a topical melatonin with resveratrol, and stemoxydine for hair maintenance, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects. The user is considering a low-dose topical finasteride despite sensitivity.

      community Almost two months on topical Fin/min

      in Is this regrowth?  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old man has been using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone for hair regrowth, experiencing minor side effects. He plans to remove hydrocortisone due to potential long-term health risks.

      community 2.5 years (August 2022 to today).

      in Progress Pictures  1938 upvotes 1 year ago
      A mid-50s Hispanic male uses a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, microneedling, a laser cap, and biotin to address hair loss, with noticeable progress over 2.5 years. He experiences some side effects but continues the routine, attributing improvements to these treatments.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  94 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community Treatment isn't working? Stay the course.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user tried finasteride for a year without success, then switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 10 months, still experiencing hair loss. Adding RU58841 and topical minoxidil seemed to improve their condition, with new hair growth observed.