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A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, experiencing significant shedding initially but noticing improved hair health and thickness over time. They also use minoxidil, both oral and topical, and report no significant side effects from the treatments.

A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.

Dutasteride is often preferred over Finasteride due to fewer side effects and better hair regrowth. Initial side effects like lowered libido may occur but typically diminish over time.

Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.

A video suggests 0.6mm microneedling is more effective for hair regrowth than 1.2mm, as it causes less trauma to stem cells. People commonly believe 1.5mm is best, but this may vary based on individual factors.

LemonyBonobo started oral minoxidil a week ago, experiencing significant shedding, and is concerned about potentially worsening their hair condition. They also use dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling. Elyktronix, who has been on oral minoxidil for 15 months, recommends it, noting that shedding can be a positive response and that results take time.

Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.

Hair fibers are discussed as a temporary solution for hair loss, with users noting they work well if applied correctly but can be messy and time-consuming. Some users also use finasteride for long-term treatment.

A user's one-year progress in hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. The user shared their experience and advice, including adjusting the amount of sprays used based on individual needs and the importance of patience and positivity in the process.

How combining minoxidil, finasteride and pyrilutamide has helped the user with hair loss. The user also acknowledges that it takes time to see any results and that minoxidil is necessary for stimulating new hair growth.

A 27 year old user's progress in treating their hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily, 2x topical minoxidil daily, micro needling and occasional rosemary oil scalp massage; other users have encouraged the poster based on their results and offered advice for further treatments.

A user's progress with their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride and nizoral, as well as the potential for using minoxidil; other users providing advice based on their own experiences; and others discussing how buzz cuts can make diffuse thinning look worse than it is.

Pyrilutimide and CB-03-01, two treatments for hair loss, have similar clinical trial results despite different binding affinities to androgen receptors. Factors other than binding affinity, like the time a drug stays bound to the receptor, may influence their effectiveness.

The user is experiencing thinning at the temporal points and has been using minoxidil, dermarolling, and a mixture of natural oils to improve hair growth. They are considering finasteride as a potential treatment based on shared information.

User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.

The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, with one user sharing a one-month difference in their hair after using it. Users discuss where to buy RU58841, potential side effects including heart issues, and mixed opinions on its effectiveness, with some questioning the need for treatment based on the before and after pictures.

A user experienced an allergic reaction, including swollen lymph nodes, to Minoxidil 5% with an aqueous base. Switching to a non-alcohol-based Minoxidil (Prolox 5%) resolved the allergies.

Castor oil may help hair growth by targeting specific receptors and reducing certain scalp levels, with some users reporting thicker hair. Peppermint oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil, while opinions on the effectiveness of plant-based treatments for hair loss vary.

A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and questions the effectiveness of finasteride after 45 days of use, with high DHT levels. A user advises that scalp DHT, not serum DHT, is important for hair loss assessment, and suggests monitoring hair improvement over time.

Dutasteride is considered by some users to be more effective and have fewer side effects than finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users discuss switching from finasteride to dutasteride, with some reporting better results and fewer side effects, while others advise patience with finasteride as results can take time.

Nutrafol, a hair loss supplement, has limited and potentially biased research, with one study showing a 10% increase in hair count for women after 6 months but no significant results for men. The user concludes that cheaper, well-studied options like minoxidil may be more effective, especially for men, given the lack of evidence supporting Nutrafol.

Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.

Finasteride may cause hair shedding as part of the regrowth process, but there are no controlled trials confirming this. The shedding idea is mostly based on anecdotal reports and comparisons to how minoxidil works.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for stronger hair loss treatment, despite initial success with finasteride. They experienced significant shedding with dutasteride but remain hopeful for regrowth, emphasizing patience and the importance of giving treatments time to work.

The user shared their 21-month hair loss treatment journey using oral finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo, noting visible improvement by months 3-4 and reduced shedding after month 20. They experienced no side effects and emphasized this is based on personal experience, not medical advice.

Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

Some users choose finasteride over dutasteride due to fewer side effects and cost, while others find dutasteride more effective despite its side effects. Many combine treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, adjusting based on personal experiences and side effects.

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 side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.