The user has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss but has seen no progress. Suggestions include trying Dutasteride, increasing Minoxidil dosage, or considering a hair transplant.
OP reports that after 3 months on 2.5mg dutasteride, their hair has stopped falling out and is thick again, but they are considering stopping due to potential mood and energy side effects. Other users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and side effects, with some suggesting lower doses or alternative treatments like topical applications.
A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride for 6 months. Others suggest patience, noting visible regrowth and recommending a combination of finasteride and minoxidil.
People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.
Using a daily hair spray with 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2% ketoconazole, and biotin, along with a 1% ketoconazole shampoo once or twice a week, may be excessive according to the product's recommendations. The user is unsure about this regimen for treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
A user is experiencing hair regrowth after 2.5 months using dutasteride and a daily spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and ketoconazole. They are optimistic about continued progress and have noticed new dark hairs forming.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride 1.25mg daily and a Capillus RX laser cap, with no side effects. Improvement was noticed after 9 months, and shedding stopped after the initial 4-5 months.
The user shared progress pictures after using minoxidil and finasteride for three months, reporting hair stabilization and thickening. They used Amazon's brand for minoxidil and Good Rx for finasteride.
A user discusses a topical treatment combining Minoxidil, Betamethasone Valerate, Canrenone, Finasteride, and Dutasteride for hair loss. The treatment is RX-only and provided by a dermatologist.
A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.
The user successfully reduced hair loss using pumpkin seed oil, Nizoral shampoo, and astaxanthin without using minoxidil or finasteride. They observed significant improvement over 12 months and believe the combination of treatments is effective.
People are discussing the cost of oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with prices varying by location and source. Some users suggest buying higher-dose pills and splitting them to save money, while others mention using online services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs for discounts.
A user shared their 11-month progress using oral finasteride for hair loss, reporting no side effects and improved hair quality. They recently added a laser cap to their routine and are considering natural oils but plan to avoid minoxidil.
A 20-year-old male using Minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months and keto shampoo for 5 months saw initial improvement in dandruff, but the condition returned. He recently started using 3% salicylic acid shampoo and seeks advice for persistent dandruff, which is oily and localized to the left side of his scalp.
A user with diffuse hair loss for a decade tried various treatments, including LLLT Helmet, supplements, topicals, and hair transplants. They found relief from scalp inflammation and itching using a topical solution made from crushed Xeljanz pills mixed with ethyl alcohol.
The user shared progress pictures and discussed their hair loss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, dermastamping, tretinoin, rosemary oil, hair peptides, biotin, and collagen supplements. They are seeking advice on hair transplantation, minoxidil application, and the impact of testosterone replacement therapy on hair loss.
The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Tretinoin should be applied at night on dry skin, and it can be used daily, either before or after minoxidil, with a starting dose of 0.025%.
Selenium sulfide shampoo helped with a sore scalp but may cause hair root damage. Users experienced hair loss with selenium sulfide and ketoconazole, suggesting reducing use if hair loss occurs.
The conversation is about finding online pharmacies to obtain tretinoin for hairline improvement, with suggestions including Amazon and nurx.com. Alternatives like adapalene are also mentioned.
The user experienced hair thinning after using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin chewables for three months and considered switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. The texture change in chewables was noted, but the thinning might be due to other factors like switching to dutasteride or effects from hormone replacement therapy.
Minoxidil can cause itching, pimples, and shedding, and starting spironolactone or finasteride may also lead to shedding. Topical CBD oil with MCT is suggested to reduce inflammation, and overlapping shedding might occur but doesn't necessarily increase each other's effects.
The user experienced hair thinning on TRT and considered various treatments suggested by an online clinic, including GHK-Cu Scalp Serum and Minoxidil blends. The consensus is that only finasteride or dutasteride effectively stop hair loss, while Minoxidil can thicken hair.
Some people respond better to minoxidil due to higher enzyme levels converting it to its active form. Minoxidil helps with hair regrowth but doesn't prevent hair loss; finasteride and other DHT inhibitors are needed for that.
The user experienced severe side effects when using topical Dutasteride and RU58841 together and is considering using them at different times of the day. They are seeking advice on whether this approach might reduce side effects.
A 29-year-old male has been using 1.25mg oral finasteride for 16 months and 5mg oral minoxidil for 6 months to treat hair loss. The replies indicate positive feedback on the treatment's results.
The conversation discusses various celebrities who reportedly use hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Users share their experiences and opinions on starting treatment, with some encouraging the original poster to consult a dermatologist and consider treatment before it's too late.
A user shared a 7-month update on hair regrowth using finasteride daily and minoxidil once a day, noting improvement in hair health. Others suggested adding micro-needling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering a hair transplant for better results.