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      community Should I Cut 5mg Fin to 1.25mg or Use 0.5mg Dut?

      in General  74 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is considering cutting a 5mg finasteride pill into quarters to take 1.25mg daily due to concerns about side effects. They are also contemplating using 0.5mg of dutasteride instead.

      community Over a year using topical min/fin. time to go fin oral?

      in General  47 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray with minoxidil and finasteride for 9 months without improvement and is considering switching to oral finasteride with topical minoxidil. Another user suggests trying oral finasteride at 0.5 mg daily, noting its effectiveness in reducing DHT levels, and advises monitoring for side effects over 6-12 months.

      community Oral and topical minoxidil at the same time

      in General  33 upvotes 9 months ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil may cause initial hair shedding, but oral minoxidil is likely more effective. Shedding should be temporary, and results should be monitored over a few months.
      18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      community 18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      in General  51 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and loss at the temples, likely due to androgenetic alopecia. Suggested treatments include finasteride and minoxidil to slow hair loss and promote regrowth, with buzzing hair short as a styling option.

      community Finasteride shed after 11 months

      in General  46 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair shedding after 11 months of using 1mg finasteride. They are seeking advice on how to address the continued shedding.

      community 2 Years on Fin — Early Gains, Acne Flare, and Ongoing Scalp Sensitivity

      in Finasteride  149 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride for over two years, experiencing early hair regrowth, acne, and scalp sensitivity, but now faces thinning hair and questions about dosage and long-term effectiveness. They also used retinal to help with acne and are seeking advice on whether to adjust their finasteride dose.

      community What to dilute Finasteride with?

      in Treatments  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      Diluting finasteride in a Hims spray can be done using ethanol or propylene glycol to maintain the desired concentration without increasing minoxidil levels. This approach ensures the finasteride concentration is reduced to 0.025% without affecting the minoxidil strength.

      community Why did my body hair increase on Finasteride?

      in General  99 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride use led to increased body hair and shedding, possibly due to Reflex Hyperandrogenicity. The user is considering trying Finasteride again and seeks advice on whether to proceed.
      I’d like to hear your opinions

      community I’d like to hear your opinions

      in General  71 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old man experiencing hair thinning and a receding hairline is advised to consider treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Shorter haircuts, such as a buzz cut, may help hair appear thicker, and wearing headphones is unlikely to significantly impact hair loss.

      community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?

      in General  51 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.
      DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      community DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      in General  128 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering starting dutasteride (DUT) 0.5mg for hair loss due to lack of access to finasteride and is concerned about potential side effects. They seek guidance on whether to begin this treatment.

      community Running out of finasteride

      in General  43 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user completed their first month using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil without issues but is concerned about a 2-3 day gap in their finasteride supply affecting progress. They are also seeking advice on obtaining a multi-month supply.

      community Help with fin or min

      in General  69 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about deciding between using minoxidil alone, a topical combination of minoxidil and finasteride, or topical minoxidil with oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. The user is concerned about hair loss progression and is unsure about the effectiveness of the brands available.

      community How much Minoxidil goes systemic?

      in Basic Questions  93 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about the systemic absorption of Minoxidil and the potential switch from topical to oral Minoxidil due to its effectiveness. The user considers oral Minoxidil after experiencing no side effects from a year of using 15% topical Minoxidil.
      [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      community [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      in General  130 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 33-year-old is considering using Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss but is hesitant due to concerns about long-term commitment and side effects. They are advised to consider starting with topical treatments to assess their response.
      Should I continue trusting the process or be worried?

      community Should I continue trusting the process or be worried?

      in General  62 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for 9 months with positive results but is concerned about recent increased shedding. Another user advises that shedding is normal and suggests continuing the treatments consistently for up to a year to see solid results.

      community Low Testosterone after taking finastreide

      in Finasteride  45 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old experienced significantly low testosterone levels after one month of taking finasteride. Suggestions included checking test units, retesting, and exploring other potential causes.
      Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      community Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report

      in General  126 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 19-year-old male with no family history of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is experiencing hair loss and considering using a topical minoxidil and finasteride mixture. Despite low vitamin D levels and normal DHT serum levels, he seeks confirmation of AGA before starting treatment.

      community Post FUE finasteride - moved from oral to topical

      in Finasteride  90 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user switched from oral to topical finasteride with minoxidil after a hair transplant and is experiencing increased hair growth in unexpected areas like eyebrows and sideburns. They are seeking feedback from others with similar experiences.
      Advice needed regarding hair treatment

      community Advice needed regarding hair treatment

      in General  100 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil and anti-dandruff shampoo for six months without improvement. Suggestions include adding finasteride to the routine and considering treatments for potential scalp issues like seborrheic dermatitis.