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      community 3 months on fin + min: Honest & detailed review.

      in Update  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old male using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily noticed slight hair density improvement on the crown, less shedding, and no serious side effects except occasional mild discomfort. He uses Nizoral shampoo for itching and takes Vitamin D and Magnesium supplements, while maintaining a positive mental outlook and working on improving his sleep schedule.

      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community Finasteride and naturally low baseline DHT levels?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user discovered they have naturally low DHT levels and is concerned about taking finasteride, which could further lower these levels. They are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the treatment given their hormone levels are within the normal range.

      community Does this mean it's finally working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil in June 2023 and switched to a new finasteride preparation and vitamin D supplements a month ago. They noticed reduced hair shedding recently and are hopeful for regrowth.

      community M30, 6 months of oral dut and toplical min

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using oral dutasteride (0.5mg daily), topical minoxidil (5% once daily), and ketoconazole shampoo (2% weekly) for hair loss, reporting increased libido and no side effects. They chose dutasteride over finasteride due to availability and convenience.

      community Retinol substitute for Tretinoin

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is seeking a substitute for Tretinoin to enhance the effectiveness of Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering using Retinol as an alternative.

      community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?

      in Product  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.

      community M20 on Fin+Min for 1 Year – Crown Still Thin, Should I Add Dut/Oral Min?

      in Progress Pictures  26 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year but is considering adding oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin due to unsatisfactory results. Opinions vary, with some suggesting patience and others recommending different treatments, but caution is advised against using multiple oral drugs due to potential side effects.

      community Still loosing hair on 1mg FIN ( 11 months) and 0.5mg DUT every alternate days (30days)

      in Update  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and is advised to improve diet, check for deficiencies, and consider other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include sticking with the current regimen, considering a hair transplant, or accepting hair loss and shaving.

      community Long term take(15-20y) 2.5mg oral minoxidil safe?

      in Minoxidil  55 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old is considering taking 2.5mg oral minoxidil for 15-20 years alongside dutasteride and finasteride. They are concerned about the long-term safety and effectiveness of minoxidil in maintaining hair stability.

      community Oral vs Topical Finasteride for Trans Women

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      A user is using a Finoxidil topical spray and is curious if oral Finasteride would be more effective, considering they are already on a DHT blocker called Cyproterone. They are concerned about the potential impact of oral Finasteride on their transition.

      community 4 months Fin 0.3-0.5mg, 5% foam min, dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

      community Should I switch from fin to dut? (21 y/o diffuse thinner)

      in General  134 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing diffuse thinning is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride after using topical and oral minoxidil and finasteride. They have seen some regrowth but are concerned about overall density loss, especially at the crown.

      community [25M] Advanced Hair Loss - Oral Minoxidil + Topical Finastride

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is experiencing advanced hair loss and is using topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and vitamin D3, but has not seen significant regrowth. He is considering switching treatments, including oral dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and possibly a scalp biopsy to better understand his condition.

      community Been on 0.5 Dut and 2.5 oral min for 2.5 months

      in Is this regrowth?  93 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil daily, along with weekly derma rolling, to address hair thinning. They have seen some improvement but are advised to wait at least 6 months for significant results.

      community Update Fin 2.5 years + min 3 mnts

      in Is this regrowth?  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      User reports using 1.25 mg oral finasteride each morning and 0.75 ml minoxidil topical spray twice a day, along with vitamin D pills. Another user comments on the positive results and asks when finasteride stabilized shedding.

      community My dermatologist uses oral minox and dutasteride

      in Minoxidil  65 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss and the potential side effects. The user discussed their doctor's advice to take 1.25 mg oral minoxidil and .5 mg dutasteride daily, with a warning that those with heart conditions should not take oral minoxidil. Other users shared their experiences, including taking finasteride and noting the possible overkill of the dosage prescribed by Jirons1's dermatologist.

      community Has anyone tried this DHT Blocking Supplement?

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation is about using a DHT-blocking supplement alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user decided against the supplement and increased their finasteride dose from 1 mg to 2.5 mg per day.

      community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.

      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 High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.