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      What’s the best course of action for me? M27

      community What’s the best course of action for me? M27

      in General  123 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and is hesitant to use treatments like finasteride and minoxidil due to potential side effects. Another user suggests gradually introducing finasteride to minimize side effects and maximize results.

      community Minoxidil is destroying my scalp - please help

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil is causing severe scalp irritation, including itchiness and dryness, for the user. Alternatives suggested include anti-fungal treatments, propylene-glycol-free formulations, and possibly oral minoxidil.

      community Topical finasteride and minoxidil 6 MONTHS RESULTS

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user who has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months and has seen great results, with some side effects. Others have shared their progress and advice on how to further maximize the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community MinoxidilMax just launched a 0.3% tretinoin topical. Would you try?

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new 0.3% tretinoin topical launched by MinoxidilMax for mixing with other solutions, with some users expressing concern about potential skin irritation compared to lower concentrations. MinoxidilMax has also released other products like topical Dutasteride and RU58841.

      community 20 years old, treatment options?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss had negative side effects from finasteride and cannot afford RU58841 or Minoxidil. Suggestions included dermarolling, hair systems, and possibly using peppermint oil or Saw Palmetto.

      community Regrowth after 9 months of DHT blockers, and 6 months of HRT

      in Transgender  24 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 20-year-old saw significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using DHT blockers (finasteride and dutasteride) and 6 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estradiol. The regrowth is attributed to low testosterone and high estradiol levels, without using Minoxidil.

      community Huge shed on finasteride progress pictures.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding after switching from minoxidil to oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Despite being healthy and using finasteride for nearly 100 days, he noticed increased shedding and is seeking support and success stories from others.

      community Essential Oils shampoo - My 1st experiment

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with a homemade essential oils shampoo for hair loss after stopping finasteride due to side effects. They reported healthier, shinier hair and new body hair growth but no scalp regrowth yet.

      community Finasteride 1mg daily vs 1.25mg EOD vs 1.25mg 5 days a week

      in Basic Questions  122 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is treating male pattern baldness with oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and topical minoxidil, and is considering adding finasteride. They are debating between three finasteride dosing strategies: 1mg daily, 1.25mg every other day, or 1.25mg five days a week, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.

      community Anyone had success on .5mg fin daily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Users discussed using 0.5mg finasteride daily for hair loss, with some reporting reduced hair fall and regrowth, particularly in the crown area. One user noted significant improvement after eight months of use.

      community Inconsistency, shed or loss after 3 years

      in Update  1 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after inconsistent use of finasteride and minoxidil while living abroad. They are now considering switching to dutasteride, which some believe is more effective, though others caution it may not work better for everyone.

      community Hyper responders to minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride can lead to quick hair growth, with some users noticing changes in as little as 2-3 weeks, though head hair may take longer. Many prefer oral minoxidil over topical due to convenience, and some also use ketoconazole shampoo and other topical treatments.

      community Problem with Topican Finasteride, sides

      in General  119 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like shallow breathing, loss of libido, and erectile issues after using topical finasteride with minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue the treatment despite these side effects.

      community Anyone find results when finasteride failed?

      in General  110 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841. The user is seeking alternatives after finasteride failed to stop hair loss, with suggestions to try dutasteride or consider RU58841 under caution.

      community 6ish months min & fin, still loosing ground? (20M)

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and a dermastamp to address hair loss but is concerned about continued thinning and lack of visible regrowth after six months. They are questioning if diet, vitamin deficiencies, or dosage adjustments could impact progress.
      19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      community 19M: Hair Thinning After 5 Months on Finasteride & Minoxidil, Need Advice

      in General  100 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil since December, with initial success, but has experienced hair thinning and loss since May. Despite using microneedling and tretinoin cream to enhance minoxidil, his dermatologist advised using only minoxidil, causing concern about worsening hair loss.

      community Progress - September 2024 -> July 2025

      in Progress Pictures  268 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling 3-4 times a week. They reported no side effects from finasteride and are pleased with the results, feeling more confident and maintaining a new hair baseline.

      community Debating about taking OM at 17

      in General  103 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 17-year-old is considering using minoxidil (OM) for hair thinning but is concerned about potential side effects and hormone disruption. They plan to use rosemary oil, ketoconazole shampoo, hair peptides, microneedling, and scalp massages as part of their treatment.

      community Is it okay to take minoxidil orally if I am already taking finasteride?

      in General  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      Taking oral minoxidil with finasteride is generally acceptable and can be more convenient than using topical minoxidil. Dermarolling may enhance minoxidil absorption, and dutasteride is a stronger alternative to finasteride for DHT suppression, but it may have more side effects.

      community Old guy, new tricks. 3 months progress

      in Progress Pictures  706 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 45-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth in three months using topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, and cod liver oil. He credits this regimen for his success and clarifies he did not have a hair transplant.

      community What’s the appropriate dose of oral Min for a beginner?

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old is using oral minoxidil (1.25 mg) and finasteride (1 mg) for hair loss, with additional weekly dermarolling. They are considering whether to increase the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg but are advised to stay at 1.25 mg for now.