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      community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

       22 upvotes 8 years ago
      Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.
      Norwood scale ? 28m

      community Norwood scale ? 28m

      in General  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is assessing their hair loss on the Norwood scale, considering adding topical minoxidil and dermastamping to their current regimen of oral finasteride and minoxidil. They feel their hair loss is worsening and seek opinions on their condition.

      community Solution vehicle used by compounding pharmacy

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using 0.1% dutasteride, 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.005% caffeine in the morning, and 1% minoxidil with 2% procapil and 0.01% tretinoin at night. They are concerned about the solution vehicle's effectiveness in preventing systemic absorption and ensuring the products stay around the hair follicles.

      community 2 Month Progress (Fin 1mg and Min( 2.5mg)

      in Update  105 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is happy with their 2-month progress using a 3-in-1 oral tablet containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, with minor side effects like slightly lower libido. They report no significant issues like breakouts and note that oral treatments are more effective than topical ones.

      community Noticeable shed after vacation and break in my regimen

      in Update  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after pausing their hair care regimen, which included finasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, essential oils, melatonin, caffeine, exercise, and protein intake. They are concerned if the shedding is due to the break in their routine or a normal phase of finasteride use.
      Should I start oral dut?

      community Should I start oral dut?

      in General  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old with advanced diffuse thinning is considering oral dutasteride after stopping finasteride due to side effects like brain fog and testicular pain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant combined with oral dutasteride and topical finasteride, noting a thick donor area.
      What NW am I? Im guessing NW 1.5?

      community What NW am I? Im guessing NW 1.5?

      in General  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user assessing their hair loss as Norwood 1.5 and discussing their use of oral minoxidil and finasteride for 2.5 years, which improved their hair density. They are content with their current progress but hope to reach Norwood 1.

      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 4 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community FINASTERIDE REVIVING ME FROM THE DEAD

      in Progress Pictures  929 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.

      community Been taking oral Finasteride for about 20 days now / update

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male started taking oral Finasteride 1mg, biotin, and using Nizoral shampoo twice a week for hair loss prevention, reporting no noticeable side effects after nearly three weeks. He notes his hair looks better compared to a month ago.
      FtM 31yo started fin 24 days ago

      community FtM 31yo started fin 24 days ago

      in General  152 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 31-year-old individual started taking finasteride 24 days ago to address hair thinning and loss, which has worsened their mood and stress. They have not yet added minoxidil and are experiencing significant shedding, contributing to sleep issues and insecurity about their hairline.

      community Not balding just low density hair

      in Styling  576 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person with low-density hair likely experiencing diffuse thinning. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

      community Tretinoin absorption Minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.

      community Cosmo Pharma Lists Breezula Phase 3 Trial on ClinicalTrials.gov

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 3 years ago
      A phase 3 trial for Breezula (clascoterone solution) to treat male pattern hair loss has been listed, with 726 participants and a completion date of January 2025. Other treatments mentioned include Aneira Pharma's combination of minoxidil and latanoprost, Triple Hair's combination of minoxidil, latanoprost, and finasteride, and a new microneedling and LLLT device called StimuSIL.

      community 10 weeks results, minox+1mg fin M25

      in Finasteride  35 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their 10-week progress using Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Replies praised the noticeable improvement in hair thickness and hairline definition.

      community Adding Oral Min for evening the odds

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from topical to oral Minoxidil for hair loss treatment, with the expectation of better results due to systemic delivery. The user has been using Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, and dermastamping, maintaining hair but seeking more regrowth.

      community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

      in Satire 3 years ago
      This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.