User is impressed with 3-month progress using Hims oral finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin. Encouragement to view hair loss treatment as a long-term strategy.
A user recovered from severe Telogen Effluvium using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil within four months. Another user regained 80% hair density with finasteride and minoxidil over two years, and is now trying dutasteride.
The conversation discusses whether lifestyle factors like diet and sleep affect hair growth in people with reversible hair loss. Some believe these factors, along with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, can improve hair health, while others argue hair loss is mostly determined by genetics and DHT sensitivity.
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.
The user tried Finasteride, Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, and oral castor oil for hair loss. They found RU58841 and Minoxidil most effective with no side effects, while Finasteride and Dutasteride caused sexual side effects.
A 10 month update on the effectiveness of a hair loss treatment regimen involving minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling and nizoral. Questions were asked about using minoxidil alone, dermaroller length, age, and when results were seen.
Asteride into your routine
In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.
A 47-year-old has been using finasteride for 25 years for hair loss, but it's less effective now. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, stopping anastrozole, and trying minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly TRT.
The user has been using 1mg of finasteride daily for 5 months, noticing hair regrowth and thickening without significant side effects. They have not used minoxidil and plan to continue with finasteride before considering additional treatments.
The user has been using Dutasteride (Avodart) 0.5 mg since June 2023 to combat hair thinning, experiencing initial side effects but no significant hair regrowth. They seek advice on improving or thickening their hair further.
Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.
Long-term finasteride users report that the drug may lose effectiveness over time, with some considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil to their regimen. Many users suggest hair transplants or adjusting treatments to manage hair loss progression.
Low-dose oral minoxidil is a safe and effective hair loss treatment with fewer side effects than previously feared. Users often prefer it over topical minoxidil for better results, though some experience side effects like increased body hair and cardiovascular issues.
A user plans to stop Dutasteride to conceive a child, seeking advice on hair maintenance. Suggestions include switching to Finasteride, but many emphasize prioritizing child safety.
A user shared progress pictures after 13 months on finasteride and 2 years on minoxidil. Replies discussed consistency, side effects, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of topical versus oral minoxidil.
The conversation is about choosing between finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Most users prefer finasteride, citing its effectiveness in stopping hair loss, while some mention using both for better results.
The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users combining them with oral treatments. Users share their experiences and opinions on effectiveness, cost, and convenience, with mixed views on whether topical or oral applications are superior.
The user has been using finasteride for almost a year, starting at age 18, and added tretinoin and 5% topical minoxidil 1-2 months ago. They are concerned about hair receding again despite the treatments.
The user is frustrated with minoxidil's lack of results and is considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Other suggestions include consulting a doctor, adjusting dosages, or considering a hair transplant.
A 19-year-old male shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with noticeable improvement. He uses 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice a day after day 80, and microneedles with a 1.5mm derma stamp every 1-2 weeks.
The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.
The conversation discusses whether to add minoxidil to an existing hair loss treatment regimen that includes finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. Some users suggest trying minoxidil and monitoring for side effects, while others advise waiting to see if current treatments improve results after one year.
A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.
A 26-year-old man from France started experiencing hair loss in September 2020 and began using finasteride in June 2021, reporting some improvement after three months without side effects. He plans to continue finasteride for a year before considering additional treatments like minoxidil or dermarolling.
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.
Redensyl, a hair loss treatment that has been claimed to be 80% more effective than minoxidil, but users have not experienced any results from using it.
The conversation is about disappointment with pyrilutamide's performance as a hair loss treatment, with some users expressing interest in other treatments like Verteporfin, GT20029, and RU58841, while others suggest sticking with established treatments like finasteride or dutasteride.
A 36-year-old is concerned about early hairline recession despite no family history of hair loss. They are considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but are worried about potential side effects and are seeking natural alternatives.
A 22-year-old male has been using Minoxidil for 2.5 years and Finasteride for 8 months without significant improvement in hair loss. Despite adding supplements and other treatments, hair density remains low, and he seeks advice on further options.