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      community Dutasteride Users, do you Still Take Creatine?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hair loss, with some users sharing personal experiences of increased shedding while others argue there's no scientific evidence linking creatine to hair loss. The original poster switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering resuming creatine after monitoring its effects on hair loss.

      community Flakey scalp due to minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp flaking and dryness, often due to its alcohol content. Switching to foam minoxidil or using antifungal shampoos like Ketoconazole may help reduce these side effects.

      community My Jan-June Hair Transformation

      in Update  567 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair transformation using a routine that included dermastamping, minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and rosemary oil. The user later stopped using minoxidil and rosemary oil due to greasiness, continuing with finasteride, dermastamping, and ketoconazole.

      community Finasteride after 1 year. Is it working?

      in Is this regrowth?  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has helped stabilize hair loss, with some users noticing visible improvement and regrowth, particularly in temple areas. Side effects of finasteride are discussed, and minoxidil is suggested as an additional treatment if hair loss resumes.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community Well boys, it was worth a shot…

      in Update  435 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements for six months with some progress in hair loss treatment. They are considering a hair transplant and have been advised to continue the current regimen for 12-18 months, possibly adding microneedling or trying dutasteride.

      community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

      in Update  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.

      community Has anyone switched from topical fin to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects, with some users experiencing fewer side effects on dutasteride. It also mentions using liposomal topical finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo as alternative treatments.

      community Can't afford 2.5mg dutasteride, any alternative?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss despite using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and oral dutasteride, and is seeking affordable alternatives to 2.5mg dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for scalp inflammation, considering oral minoxidil, using rosemary oil, and possibly trying saw palmetto, though results may vary.

      community Switch from fin to dut and its worse

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hair loss for some men due to increased testosterone levels. Topical treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide are suggested to counteract these effects, but individual responses vary.

      community (23M) Started Topical Fin + Min 2 years ago

      in Progress Pictures  499 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his two-year progress using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting some recent shedding. Users discussed their experiences, side effects, and offered advice, with some suggesting adding microneedling to enhance results.

      community 3.5 months of treatment (fin & min)

      in Is this regrowth?  187 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive progress after 3.5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting increased hair density and new growth around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects and slight initial shedding, and emphasized the importance of consistency and patience with the treatment.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.

      community Have I started Too much all at once?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of finasteride and minoxidil. It suggests starting with finasteride alone to assess its effectiveness before adding other treatments like minoxidil, while noting that biotin and caffeine shampoo are unlikely to help unless there's a deficiency.

      community 2 months in of Minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%

      in Progress Pictures  1122 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old is using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically for hair growth, with noticeable improvement in two months, especially on the hairline. They also use a derma-stamp every 15 days and report minimal side effects.

      community Don't fall for the fear mongering bros

      in Satire  1534 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, and estradiol, with concerns about side effects like sexual dysfunction and feminization. Some users prefer hair transplants or shaving over medication due to potential side effects.

      community Progress after 5 months of 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 Mg oral minoxidil. I am considering a transplant eventually so strengthening the base area and doner areas. Suggestions on if I should continue the dosage for sometime before opting for a transplant or should I immediately go for it?

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP is using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss and considering a hair transplant. Most users suggest waiting 1-2 years to maximize results from the medication before opting for a transplant.

      community Possible solution: 2.5mg DUT for everyone

      in Chat  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experimenting with creating a DIY oral Dutasteride solution using raw powder, MCT oil, and Vitamin E to reduce costs. Others discuss their experiences with similar methods and the challenges of sourcing and testing Dutasteride.

      community 2 years finasteride about 6 months of dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to a prostate condition and noticed mixed results, with some improvement in the middle hairline but worsening at the temples, while also using minoxidil. Other users shared similar experiences with shedding and emphasized the need for patience, as dutasteride can take several months to show full effects.