The user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hairshedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.
Minoxidil can cause initial shedding, which is normal and not necessarily bad. Combining minoxidil with finasteride and RU58841 may improve hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses hairshedding while using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8.5 months, with users sharing experiences of shedding various hair lengths and thicknesses. It is suggested that shedding can be part of the hair cycle synchronization and may not indicate worsening hair loss.
The user increased their finasteride dosage and noticed more hairshedding, questioning if this is normal. Another user commented that the hairline looks more consistent now, despite the user's concerns.
A 30-year-old is seeking advice on hair loss treatment, currently using oral minoxidil, finasteride, mesotherapy, and a supplement. They are experiencing shedding and are anxious about the effectiveness of the treatment, asking if they should continue or consider other options like topicals or microneedling.
A 33-year-old man shared his 9-month journey using minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing significant shedding after initial success. He is considering adding finasteride but is hesitant due to trying to conceive.
User experienced major hair fall after six months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Replies suggest the hairshedding is normal and will improve over time.
The user has been experiencing prolonged hairshedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.
A husband experiencing hair loss is considering treatments like topical minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about their effects on his pregnant wife and future child. Alternatives suggested include oral finasteride, which is considered safe if hands are washed after use, and exploring natural methods like oils.
User discusses hair loss treatments, including fluridil, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, stemoxydine, ketoconazole, and piroctone olamine. They suggest that shedding healthy terminal hairs may be bad, while shedding weaker hairs could indicate a beneficial treatment effect.
The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.
People using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss experience multiple shedding phases, with some reporting regrowth and improved self-esteem, while others struggle with ongoing hair loss. Despite the challenges, many find the treatments worthwhile, though results vary.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin, with no side effects or shedding after 8 months. They are concerned about potential future shedding but have been advised to continue their current routine.
The user is experiencing significant hair loss and has tried topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. Despite some regrowth, shedding continues, and they seek advice on whether to continue with these treatments or try something else.
The user has been using finasteride for 10 months, experiencing continuous shedding since month 3, and is also using minoxidil, derma stamping, and keto shampoo. They are concerned about hair density loss and seeking advice on whether to continue finasteride.
The user started using oral minoxidil and estradiol in August 2025, added finasteride in December, and experienced significant hairshedding in February/March. They switched to estradiol injections and are considering their hair washing routine, while another user suggested consulting a dermatologist and possibly trying dutasteride.
The conversation discusses a user's 13-week experience using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss, noting initial shedding and subsequent improvement. Replies suggest some improvement may be visible, likely due to minoxidil, and encourage patience.
A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hairshedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.
The user is experiencing significant hairshedding after four months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if it's a normal shedding phase or if the treatment isn't working. They are considering switching to oral treatments and have increased their finasteride concentration, while also using keto and caffeine shampoos.
A user reporting an extended shedding period of 9 months while using finasteride and minoxidil, and other users offering advice on treatments such as dutasteride, multivitamin, biotin, rosemary oil, Kiel's magic elixir, hair extensions, changing hair color, healing crystals, and seeing a dermatologist.
Stopping minoxidil often leads to significant hairshedding, and recovery to baseline can vary, with some users reporting no full recovery. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain gains, but stopping minoxidil typically results in losing the hair regrowth it provided.
The user is using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, RU58841, and tretinoin for hair loss. They are experiencing shedding but notice new hair growth and are curious about the timing of future shedding phases.
Increased hairshedding after starting Dutasteride is normal and indicates treatment efficacy, as it triggers a synchronized shedding phase to make way for stronger hair growth. It is advised to continue with the current treatment plan and assess results in 9 to 12 months.
Hair loss user increased oral minoxidil dose, causing more shedding. Uses 1mg finasteride, Lonitab, and Stemoxydine 5%, expects denser hair in a few months.
A 16-year-old experiencing hair thinning noticed a shift from shedding long hairs to shorter hairs, while using Vitamin D, biotin supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and improving diet. They are questioning if the short hairs indicate regrowth or androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil may cause mild shedding, possibly due to differences in absorption. Returning to the original liquid formulation typically stabilizes shedding within a few weeks.
The user started using ketoconazole shampoo and whey protein shakes and noticed increased hairshedding, seeking advice on whether these could be the cause. Another user shared their experience with hair loss after starting protein shakes and mentioned using finasteride, which eventually improved their hair condition.
The user experienced hairshedding after 1.5 years on finasteride, with initial improvements followed by a decline. It is suggested to continue finasteride and consider adding topical minoxidil to support hair growth.