The user experienced significant hair regrowth after taking oral finasteride and minoxidil for four months. They reported no major sideeffects and are pleased with the progress.
Minoxidil is often applied once or twice daily for hair growth, but many find it inconvenient and switch to once daily or oral minoxidil for ease. Some users combine it with finasteride for better results, despite potential sideeffects.
Breezula shows promising hair growth results, with up to 539% increase in hair count compared to placebo, and regulatory submissions are planned in the US and EU. Users are cautiously optimistic, noting the potential for Breezula to replace finasteride by targeting DHT without systemiceffects.
A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and has been prescribed finasteride by a Telehealth company. He plans to start finasteride, improve his lifestyle, and take supplements like DIM and Zinc to manage potential sideeffects.
A 24-year-old male used a daily oral combination of minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1.2mg) for three months, along with weekly microneedling, and reported significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement without sideeffects. Some users expressed skepticism about the rapid results, while others shared their own experiences and congratulated the progress.
A user experienced significant hair growth using oral dutasteride and minoxidil but developed severe erectile dysfunction, likely exacerbated by obesity and diabetes. They plan to lose weight and possibly adjust medication to alleviate sideeffects.
Some users experience worsening hair loss with dutasteride and improvement after switching back to finasteride, while others find better results with dutasteride. The effectiveness of treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 varies, requiring individuals to try different combinations or dosages to find what works best.
The user has been taking finasteride for 1.5 years without seeing improvement in hair regrowth. Suggestions include adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride, with concerns about sideeffects.
High-dose oral minoxidil (>5 mg/day) can increase hair density in some men with androgenetic alopecia, but sideeffects like extra body hair and heart issues are common. Gradual dose increase is advised, but adverse effects may lead to discontinuation or dose adjustments.
A 19-year-old saw significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil over three months, with only initial shedding as a sideeffect. They plan to continue minoxidil and may add finasteride to maintain results.
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, sideeffects, and offered advice, with some suggesting adding microneedling to enhance results.
Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no sideeffects.
The conversation discusses using daily microneedling at 0.25mm and red light therapy to enhance hair regrowth, especially when traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil become less effective. The combination is said to improve hair density and thickness, with red light therapy being more cosmetic, while microneedling is essential for challenging areas.
Topical sodium valproate may promote hair growth by inhibiting GSK3β, allowing beta-catenin to proliferate, but it has potential sideeffects and requires more research. The conversation also mentions skepticism about a product called Vdphlo1, which includes sodium valproate and other ingredients.
A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's sideeffects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.
The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past sideeffects from oral use.
A 19-year-old is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping to address hair loss and enhance facial hair growth, experiencing minimal sideeffects and increased body hair. They report positive results in hairline thickness and temple closure.
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer sideeffects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant sideeffects.
The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical 5% minoxidil and oral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal sideeffects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.
User shared progress pictures after 7 months of using 0.25mg finasteride daily and 1ml minoxidil twice daily, reporting no sideeffects and being thrilled with the results. Other users discussed the effectiveness of lower doses and the psychological impact of potential sideeffects.
User has been using topical Minoxidil (5%) and Finasteride (0.1%) for 5-6 months, along with a dermaroller. No sideeffects reported, but user notes weight gain without change in diet or exercise.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal sideeffects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Michael_Scott1234, has been using topical minoxidil for a long time and recently started using oral finasteride and dermarolling. They have not experienced any sideeffects from finasteride and are happy with their progress.
The conversation discusses positive initial trial results for GT20029, a topical compound for hair loss that degrades androgen receptors, potentially requiring only weekly application. Participants express hope for this treatment to be more effective and convenient than current options like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
User discusses two medications for stopping hair loss: Fin (finasteride) and Dut (dutasteride). Mixed experiences and sideeffects are shared, with some users seeing positive results.
The conversation is about a person's one-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with intermittent use of RU58841, showing improved hair quality, density, and thickness without sideeffects. Users complimented the improved appearance and suggested the longer hair also enhanced their look.
A 28 year old man's 18-month journey to treat his hair loss with Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral and T/GEL. He experienced some sideeffects along the way, including translucent semen and scalp less oily.
The conversation discusses anticipation for CB-03-01, a potential new hair loss treatment that may be more effective and have a cleaner safety profile than finasteride. Users are hopeful but cautious, discussing current treatments like minoxidil, nizoral, and dermarolling, and the possibility of combining them with CB-03-01 for better results.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved over six years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and daily 0.25mm dermarolling. Finasteride had the most significant impact, with no reported sideeffects.