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      community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

      in Chat  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

      community The solution for Topical Fin non responders?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering using tretinoin with topical finasteride due to poor absorption and side effects from oral finasteride. They are also contemplating switching to topical dutasteride, while others suggest trying oral minoxidil or lower oral doses.

      community Mixing Finasteride with Ordinary Retinol

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Mixing finasteride with retinol for a topical solution to avoid irritation from minoxidil. Finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo help with itchiness.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community Tropical Dut 0.5 and Scalp Psoriasis

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user reports that using topical Dutasteride has stopped their hair loss, and they are curious about potential side effects and regrowth. They also mention having scalp psoriasis and past SSRI use affecting libido.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

      community Dutasteride and it’s effect on Erections

      in General  105 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and initially experienced increased energy and libido but is now facing erection issues. They are unsure if it's due to performance anxiety and are seeking advice while wanting to continue dutasteride for its benefits.

      community Tretinoin + minoxidil and red-light?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for over a year with little success, added tretinoin cream, and is considering adding red light therapy. They are advised to use moisturizer to counteract skin sensitivity from tretinoin.

      community Anyone relate but on Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  465 upvotes 8 months ago
      Finasteride is commonly used for hair loss, with mixed experiences regarding sexual side effects. Some users report no issues, while others experience difficulties, but many find increased confidence and libido.

      community Why haven’t we seen anything about this

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 6 years ago
      A double blind, placebo-controlled study that looked into the potential effectiveness of topical fluridil for treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing increased anagen to telogen ratios with no reported side effects on libido or sexual performance.

      community Crazy question about sex sides

      in General  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using hormones like pregnenolone and tongkat ali to counteract sexual side effects from hair loss medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil. The user stopped the other medications but continues using minoxidil while seeking advice on maintaining libido.

      community Reflex Hyperandrogenicty: How I recovered from it

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      The user experienced severe hair shedding from RU58841 and recovered by stopping its use and starting treatments including Minoxidil, Rosemary Verbenone, Stemoxydine, Aminexil, copper peptide serum, and specific shampoos. They also consistently used oral Finasteride and plan to try Minoxidil 10%.

      community Tretinoin for some men(not all) can cause non-telogen effluvium hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hair loss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hair loss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Dutasteride 1 year regression. Depressing. (With pictures for proof)

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience of hair loss progression after one year on dutasteride, expressing disappointment with no improvement and considering other treatments like RU58841. Other users offered mixed responses, some seeing no change, others suggesting the hair loss might have been worse without treatment, and discussing the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss.

      community Thoughts on Finasteride and Sexual Side Effects

      in Finasteride  51 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user discusses starting finasteride for hair loss despite concerns about potential sexual side effects, emphasizing the psychological factors involved. Other users share mixed experiences, with some reporting no side effects and others experiencing issues.

      community 6 months difference on topical finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  131 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared 6-month progress using topical finasteride, biotin, and occasional dermarolling, reporting no side effects except possible depression. Replies praised the results and shared personal experiences with finasteride.

      community 6 months on 3mg Dutasteride update

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      After 10 months on a high dose of Dutasteride, there were no noticeable benefits or side effects, leading to the conclusion that increasing the dose is overrated. Combining 0.5mg Dutasteride with RU58841 or Minoxidil is recommended for better results.

      community 3 years update on fin and min. Finally got my long hair.

      in Progress Pictures  763 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A user successfully regrew hair using oral finasteride (1mg daily for 3 years) and topical minoxidil (5% twice daily for 15 years) with no side effects. They highlighted the importance of consistency and patience, crediting finasteride for significant hair improvement.

      community 1 month progress - Dutasteride + Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 1-month progress using Dutasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss, noting some early signs of regrowth but no significant changes yet. They experienced mild impotence as a side effect, which has mostly subsided.

      community [28M] 1 year and 5 months update

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 1 year and 5 months update on using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting improved hair density but a still receding hairline. They mentioned being inconsistent with minoxidil initially and experiencing more hair shedding after starting it.

      community 3.5 months on Minoxidil, Weekly 0.6mm microneedle

      in Transgender  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      A trans woman experiencing male pattern baldness has been using Minoxidil and microneedling for 3.5 months, noticing visible hair regrowth. Despite initial skepticism, progress is evident, though a hair transplant might be needed for fuller coverage.