The user "StrummerBummer" has been taking finasteride for 25 years without side effects, but is now switching to dutasteride. Other users congratulate and support the decision.
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
User experienced hair loss after taking creatine with finasteride for 8 years. Others shared similar experiences, but some suggested it could be a minoxidil shed.
A user who experienced positive results from taking Minoxidil and Finasteride every day for three months, resulting in feeling like "a new man". Replies to the post were supportive with other users sharing their own experiences.
The user's consideration of taking finasteride as a short-term treatment, while awaiting advances in medical technology such as Pyrilutamide and GT20029; other users' experiences with Finasteride, including potential side effects.
A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.
This user has had positive results from taking a 1 mg dose of finasteride and increasing their daily dosage of minoxidil from 2.5 to 5 mg over the course of 9 months.
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.
The importance of lighting when taking progress pictures and discussing hair growth, as dramatic changes can be seen even without real improvements. The users also discussed methods such as Fin min and dermarolling for treating hair loss.
A user's experience with taking dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with other users providing advice to continue treatment for at least 12 months and including dermarolling as well as dietary changes.
A 21 year old who has been taking various treatments for hair loss such as dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil and finasteride with no results. Other users share their experiences of dealing with hair loss at an early age and offer advice on how to cope.
A user's results with taking finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, which have been successful after three months. Replies discussed dosage information, as well as providing congratulations and astonishment.
The conversation discusses which vitamins to take alongside 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including a multivitamin, iron, zinc, B12, vitamin D, Nutrafol, collagen, vitamin C, saw palmetto, and magnesium. Nutrafol is noted for its benefits but also criticized for containing too much biotin.
User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.
A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.
The conversation is a humorous take on using a mix of pumpkin seed oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and castor oil for hair regrowth. Someone replied suggesting the results might be similar to someone named Walter.
The user is experimenting with taking 1-1.5ml of pure castor oil orally daily as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth. They aim to find a safer option that promotes overall body and head hair growth without the side effects of minoxidil.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after taking a multivitamin containing selenium and questioned if selenium was the cause. The conversation revolves around the potential negative effects of selenium on hair health.
The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.
A group buy for testing a compound targeting Twist1 protein as a potential hair loss treatment. Inhibiting Twist1, which keeps hair follicles in growth phase, may prevent hair loss with minimal side effects.
A user who has been taking minoxidil, finasteride and nizoral for one month, asking if there is any difference in their hair loss; the responses suggest that some improvement may have been seen but it can be hard to tell with just one month of treatment.
A 37-year-old person taking 0.25mg of Finasteride daily to treat hair loss, with the goal of saving existing hair rather than regrowing it, who experienced an expected dramatic shed and subsequent improvement in their hair noticeably after 3 months. A 38 year old had a similar experience with the same timeline and result.
A user's progress pictures after taking finasteride, minoxidil and dermaroller treatments for hair loss over the past two months. Other users replied to offer advice and support on whether there is hope for hair regrowth.
A user's experience with taking finasteride and dutasteride to address hair loss, and the proactive approach they took to maintain their hair. They discussed using these medications every day and transitioning between them.
A user's progress after taking finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months, as well as adding other treatments such as keto shampoo, trentinoin, and derma rolling. Replies include advice to keep going and the suggestion of considering a hair transplant.
A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.
The conversation discusses the importance of taking vitamin D with food for better absorption and its potential role in hair loss. Some users also suggest taking vitamin D with K2, getting sunlight, and using finasteride for hair loss treatment.
An 18-year-old decided to start taking finasteride for hair loss, justifying it by stating that finasteride is the most effective treatment available and that the risk of side effects is low, with clinical trials showing it stops hair loss in 80% of men. The user encourages others not to be deterred by negative forum posts and to consider their own experience and clinical data.
A 23-year-old male started taking biotin and 1 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss. Others wished him luck and advised staying away from negative forum posts about finasteride.