community 14 months down, many more to go!
The user is experiencing good hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, biotin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are curious about when the regrowth will plateau.
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510-540 / 1000+ resultscommunity blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage
A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.
community August 2023 to December 2023 (4.5 months oral dut/oral min)
A 32-year-old has seen positive hair growth after 4.5 months using 0.5mg daily of oral dutasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, despite previously losing hair due to stopping medications and wearing a hair system. They plan to continue treatment and are considering adding dermarolling to their regimen, with a hair transplant scheduled for the following year.
community If half life of fin is 6-8 hours in the blood but 5-6 days in tissue (scalp) why don't people apply topical every 3-4 days to minimize systemic?
The discussion revolves around the frequency of applying topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. The main question is whether applying it every 4-5 days could still be effective, given that its half-life in the scalp tissue is 5-6 days.
community Where does time go? Turning 30 soon and been on treatment for 8 years.
User started fin/min/niz at 23, switched to Dut at 24, and has been on treatments for 7 years. Despite occasional doubts, hair improved and user advises sticking with treatments.
community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly
The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.
community 2.5 months on 0.5 dut and 2.5 minoxidil (UK)
The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5% minoxidil, with minor side effects. They plan to update their progress in 9 months.
community 2 years of oral fin, dut twice a week, one year of oral min, one month of pyripure - what do we think
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil nightly, dutasteride twice a week, microneedling weekly, and pyripure nightly since April. They are seeking opinions on their hair regrowth progress, noting no slick bald areas but some miniaturized blonde hairs.
community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.
A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.
community Temple area progress( got HT for hairline) DUT EOD(2 months on DUT,used fin for 8months)+ Oral Min 2.5 ED. First image is from January 2021.
User shows temple area progress after hair transplant, using DUT every other day and oral Min 2.5 daily. Another user asks about number of grafts and cost.
community PP405 Phase 2a press release with early results
PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, with 31% of participants experiencing over 20% increase in hair density after 8 weeks. Phase 3 trials are expected in 2026, with potential market availability by 2029-2031.
community How long until pyrilutamide or gt20029 get FDA approved?
Hair loss treatments pyrilutamide and GT20029 discussed. Pyrilutamide approval in 2 years, GT20029 in 5-6+ years.
community 16 months or so. Back from the dead. Age 41
A user shared their 16-month hair regrowth progress using oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, derma rolling, and occasional keto shampoo. The conversation includes positive reactions and jokes about their impressive results.
community Where are we with GT20029 ? Realistic Timeline ?
GT20029 is anticipated to start phase III trials in Q3 2026, with potential public availability around 2029-2030.
community Almost 1 Year (Official mark in 4 days): Baseline diffuse thinning vs. Current density (Regimen in comments)
After a year of using finasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and derma stamping, the user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased hair density, despite an initial shedding phase. The user attributes the success to consistency and patience, noting that derma stamping significantly boosted regrowth speed and quality.
community Before and after PP405 from phase 2a after applying it for just 4 weeks
PP405 shows some hair growth after 4 weeks, but results are debated and expectations should be tempered. Some users compare it to minoxidil or finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.
community is this regrowth or maintenance or loss? 4 months difference
The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth after using finasteride for 2 years, oral minoxidil for 1 year, and recently starting dermarolling. The right temple shows significant improvement, while the left remains similar.
community 2 years on dut and nothing but recession
A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
community I hope ET-02 or PP405 will be released in the next 4-5 years
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that may work by blocking signals that cause hair cells to stop growing, requiring daily application for effectiveness. It could serve as an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but it is not yet available on the market and may take several years to be released.
community Comparing Hair Growth After 2 Weeks Post-Buzz Cut: Regrowth or Just Longer Hair?
The user is questioning whether their hair shows signs of regrowth or just normal growth after two weeks. They are using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 for hair treatment.
community 2 months on min and dut, how’s the progress?
The user has been using topical minoxidil 5% and oral dutasteride for 2 months and is seeking feedback on progress. Responses suggest small growth and recommend waiting longer for more noticeable results.
community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?
PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.
community 2 years. More hair. Dut, Oral Min, RU, Niz
A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.
community 2.4 years on only fin(1mg daily)
The conversation is about a user who has been using finasteride for 2.4 years to stop hair loss and is considering adding minoxidil for regrowth. Many users suggest adding minoxidil to improve hair regrowth, while some discuss the cost and effectiveness of treatments.
community 1.5 years on oral 0.5 mg dut and 2.5mg minox
A 23-year-old male has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years for temple recession, adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin 5-6 months ago, and recently adjusted thyroid medication and added iron supplements due to deficiencies. He noticed some baby hairs but no significant growth yet, and reports no shedding on dutasteride.
community Is 2years+ telogen effluvium possible?
The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.
community Most studies seem to say the vast majority of increase in hair count occurs in the first 12 weeks, why does everyone say you need to wait years to know whether fin/dut are working?
Finasteride and dutasteride can show initial hair count increases within 12 weeks, but visible improvements often take longer, with many users reporting noticeable changes after a year or more. While early results may be seen under a microscope, significant cosmetic improvements typically require more time for hair to thicken and become visibly denser.
community been on finasteride for 2 years, ask me anything
The user has been taking finasteride daily for almost two years, starting at age 25, and has experienced stabilization and minor regrowth in hair loss without significant side effects, except for increased urination. They encourage others dealing with hair loss to consider treatment options and not be discouraged by varying response times.
community 2.5 years later, don’t give up kings. Stay consistent
The conversation is about someone sharing their 2.5-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride and topical minoxidil, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience with these treatments. They also mention using tea tree conditioner and experiencing no side effects from oral finasteride.
community 2.5 years 1mg finasteride daily
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.