Astaxanthin may cause increased hairshedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Dutasteride and Minoxidil can cause initial hairshedding, which is normal and part of the process. Consistency and patience are crucial, as visible improvements may take over three years.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss can cause increased shedding, which may indicate the treatment is working by replacing old hairs with new ones. The original poster is experiencing aggressive hair thinning despite long-term treatment.
The user has been microneedling weekly for almost 8 months without seeing progress and is experiencing shedding. They are also using finasteride daily and Kirkland minoxidil twice a day, and had a hair transplant after starting finasteride.
The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to dutasteride for hair loss treatment but is concerned about the potential for increased shedding. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for the current shedding phase to subside before starting dutasteride.
Hair restoration after FUE surgery, with discussions on using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair maintenance and growth. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting varying side effects and effectiveness.
The user is experiencing prolonged hairshedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and considering adding topical finasteride. They are also deficient in Vitamin D and B, and are exploring if supplements or dosage adjustments could help.
The user is experiencing intense hairshedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and dutasteride but is experiencing significant hairshedding, including smaller hairs. They are concerned if this shedding indicates the treatment is working.
A user has been on finasteride for 4 months, experiencing persistent hairshedding despite improvements. Others suggest adding keto shampoo and note that shedding is normal.
Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hairshedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started sheddinghair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hair loss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.
After using finasteride for 7 months and dutasteride for 5 months, the user experienced a significant reduction in hairshedding and scalp itchiness. They advise patience with hair loss treatments and suggest focusing on a good haircut and reducing stress.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, minoxidil twice daily, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, despite heavy shedding. They stopped using topical finasteride due to discomfort and maintained progress with their current routine.
The user experienced significant hairshedding from months 4 to 11 after starting oral dutasteride and minoxidil but saw improvement by month 13. They recommend patience and using a DHT blocker to stabilize hair loss.
The user is using a self-made topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil foam for hair loss, experiencing solid regrowth in the frontal area and mild improvement at the crown, but still shedding. They previously used oral finasteride and dutasteride but stopped due to side effects, and are seeking advice on when shedding might stabilize with the topical treatment.
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.
The user is 10 days post-hair transplant, pleased with the results so far, and hopes for increased density. The procedure was done at Vanity Hospital in Istanbul, with around 3400-3750 grafts used.
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.
Minoxidil can cause initial hairshedding, but it's a sign the treatment is working. Users suggest combining it with finasteride and being patient, as hair often regrows after the shedding phase.
Minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair regrowth, but initial shedding can be distressing. Consistent use is important, and many users eventually see regrowth and thickening.
Hairshedding can still occur after long-term use of finasteride, and it is often part of the natural hair cycle. Some users consider adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride to manage shedding.
OP experienced significant hair regrowth with Dutasteride over three years but recently faced a massive hair shed, raising concerns about the medication's effectiveness. OP has not used Minoxidil.
User experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.
The user has been using finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) since mid-September and is concerned about continued hairshedding. They are seeking opinions on whether this is normal.
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.
Dutasteride caused persistent hairshedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.
The user is experiencing hairshedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. They hope the shedding indicates future hair regrowth.
The user experienced increased hairshedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.
A user has been using Topical Finasteride and Minoxidil for 10 months but continues to shed over 200 hairs daily, with minimal improvement. They are seeking advice on whether increasing the finasteride dose might help.