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community What to do if fin is still not working after 2.5 years

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 22 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing increased hair loss despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil and is hesitant to switch to dutasteride due to side effects and family planning concerns. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, microneedling, and addressing stress or nutrient deficiencies.

community Topical fin - why are people still using alcohol carriers when liposomal is proven to be better?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Liposomal carriers for topical finasteride offer better targeting, reduced side effects, and less irritation compared to alcohol-based solutions, but availability and cost may limit their use. Minoxidil can dissolve in liposomal carriers, enhancing delivery and stability.

community 5 months into Topical Minoxidil, seem to be a non-responder, dermatologist refuses to prescribe oral?

in General 112 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is frustrated with their dermatologist's refusal to prescribe oral Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, despite starting Finasteride recently. They consider discussing oral Minoxidil with their primary care doctor and exploring telehealth options.

community Justin Bieber got a hair transplant

in Transplants 1480 upvotes 1 year ago

Justin Bieber has had multiple hair transplants, with discussions on the cost and quality in places like Turkey. Despite using treatments like finasteride, his hairline appears unnatural to some.

community Debating about taking OM at 17

in General 103 upvotes 1 year 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 Do I need to shake premixed topical solution minoxidil and tretinoin before each use?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

OP has been using a premixed topical solution of 5% minoxidil and 0.025% tretinoin for 6 months with good results and is unsure if shaking the bottle is necessary. OP is also using Dutasteride and is curious about the impact of shaking on treatment effectiveness.

community Apparently you can try PP405 right now!?

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 is likely a scam, with concerns about its legitimacy and safety, as it may cause unintended tissue growth. Users suggest sticking to known treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

community Sensitive liver, topical fin safe to try?

in Finasteride 98 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical finasteride is considered safer for the liver than oral finasteride due to less systemic absorption, but regular liver function tests are advised. The user is concerned about liver health due to a history of NAFLD and is exploring topical finasteride as a safer alternative.

community 2.5% topical fin too high?

in General 53 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses starting topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about high dosages. It suggests starting with a lower concentration, like 0.1% or 0.3%, especially with liposomal versions.

community Combining Topical and Oral Finasteride

in General 82 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering combining 1mg oral finasteride with 0.1% topical finasteride due to reduced effectiveness after 5 years and is also using minoxidil twice daily. They previously tried dutasteride but stopped due to side effects and are hesitant to try RU58841.

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