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      community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.

      community MY PROGRESS MIN & FIN (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but hasn't seen improvement after six months, experiencing increased shedding instead. Suggestions include continuing the treatment for a year, considering topical minoxidil, and possibly adding dutasteride if needed.

      community 8 months Fin and Min. Now on stronger regiment

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 10 months of hair loss treatment, initially using 1mg Finasteride and 5mg Minoxidil, then switching to 2.5mg Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, and RU58841. Recently, they added 0.5mg Dutasteride to their regimen.

      community 09/23-05/26 fin oral and min top

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement from using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil between September 2023 and May 2026. Responses express amazement at the results.

      community Min/Dut/Fin Update (Plateaued)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.

      community 2.5 years on fin, 9 months on min. Progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  31 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 2.5 years and topical minoxidil for 9 months with minimal regrowth and is considering trying dutasteride or other treatments like microneedling and Maxogen. They are hesitant about a hair transplant and are advised to consider additional treatments or supplements.

      community 3.5 months of minoxidil + Fin (M28)

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3.5-month progress using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil nightly, and a dermaroller weekly, reporting no side effects. Others congratulated the user on their progress and inquired about side effects, to which the user confirmed experiencing none.

      community 18M Unsure About Topical vs. Oral Fin After Shedding, Started Feb 2024

      in General  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.

      community Starting Fin at 21 What happens if I add Minoxidil later, then stop it?

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old started taking 1mg Finasteride daily for hair loss and considered adding Minoxidil for temple regrowth, questioning if stopping Minoxidil would cause hair loss despite continued Finasteride use. Responses suggest Minoxidil-induced hair requires ongoing use to maintain, while Finasteride alone may not sustain Minoxidil gains, with some recommending microneedling or topical applications to enhance results.

      community My Journey on Fin + Min (19M giving up)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old tried oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but experienced side effects like fatigue, dry eyes, and lack of motivation, leading to discontinuation. Suggestions included trying topical treatments, dutasteride, or accepting hair loss.

      community 1 year progress on fin/min with photos

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil since early 2023, seeing progress in hair growth and density without side effects, but still struggles with thinning at the crown. They are considering adding topical treatments, natural oils, microneedling, or a hair transplant to address this issue.

      community (M24) ~5 years progress on Fin & Min. AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1696 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user "LandB4TimeIn3D" shared their hair loss progress using finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They experienced shedding for the first few years but saw significant regrowth after about 2-3 years. They also mentioned using topical liquid minoxidil twice a day.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

      community Minor progress at around 3 months min/fin chewable

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after three months using chewable minoxidil and finasteride, but had to stop dutasteride due to severe side effects. They added topical minoxidil and microneedling to their routine and are considering topical anti-androgens for further improvement.

      community 1 year progress on fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  94 upvotes 3 years ago
      User shared 1-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with positive results. Another user discussed their own experience, considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil.

      community Been on oral min + fin since 2024

      in Is this regrowth?  112 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil and finasteride, noticing results in about two months and regrowth in four months, with no side effects except an initial shedding. They attribute their success to lifestyle changes like hydration and sleep, and they occasionally use topical minoxidil for their beard.

      community 37M with ED on Fin/min spray; Seeking advice on pills

      in Basic Questions  79 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 37-year-old man with hair loss and erectile dysfunction is seeking advice on switching from a minoxidil and finasteride spray to pills. He mentions using topical treatments and considering pills like dutasteride, minoxidil, and biotin.

      community 3 and half years - Fin, Min — and some micro needling

      in Minoxidil  1786 upvotes 5 months ago
      A nearly 50-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth and thickening over three years using daily finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and bi-weekly microneedling with a dermastamp. He experienced no side effects and found microneedling particularly effective for the crown area.

      community Six months progress - oral fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared six months of progress using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg) with positive results. They do not use topical minoxidil and have not experienced side effects like erectile dysfunction.

      community 6 Months (July-December). Fin + Min.

      in Progress Pictures  379 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth in six months using 1.25mg oral finasteride and topical Kirkland minoxidil once a day. Others suggested additional treatments like dermastamping and alternative products, while some noted varying responses and potential side effects.