community Can topicals cause a never ending shed?
The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.
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600-630 / 1000+ resultscommunity Combining topicals together to save time
A 20-year-old is using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride with stemoxydine, alfatradiol, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermapen for hair loss and is considering mixing these treatments to save time. They are also contemplating a hair transplant that requires 3500 grafts.
community 5 years on minoxidil topical solution
community 22M Seeking UK Topical Finasteride Options Above 1%
A 22-year-old is seeking effective topical hair loss treatments in the UK with more than 1% finasteride, as they are unsatisfied with the results from a manual 2-in-1 spray. They are considering options like Hims and Mr Fox for higher finasteride concentrations.
community Transitioning from topical Fin to oral Fin: anything I should know?
The conversation is about transitioning from topical to oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest tapering off the topical while starting the oral dose, with some recommending using both simultaneously for a period.
community 2 months on topical minoxidil 5% + 0.1% fin and oral 1mg fin
The user experienced noticeable progress in hair growth after two months using topical minoxidil 5%, 0.1% finasteride, and oral 1mg finasteride. Others suggest waiting longer for more significant results.
community Oral vs topical Minoxidil question
community Oral v topical Min & Dutasteride
The user experienced hair loss after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and adding dutasteride, leading to doubts about its effectiveness. They are considering returning to RU58841 or topical minoxidil due to continued shedding and mental distress.
community Two year results on topical min and fin
community How to switch from topical minoxidil to oral without losing a lot of progress?
community PSA: Besides topical minoxidil, its really rare for hair loss drugs to be fake
community 7 months on finasteride + topical minoxidil + tretinoin, including 4 months on dutasteride.
community 10 weeks progress using Topical Min/Fin/Tret. 1ml Daily
community 4 months of topical 5% min and 0.1% fin - I can’t tell if this works
community 3 months finasteride progress (+ topical minoxidil)
community Derm told me to stop topical minoxidil when starting finasteride
A dermatologist advised stopping topical minoxidil when starting finasteride, which surprised the user who thought combining both would be better. The user also noted the dermatologist didn't mention signing an acknowledgment form for finasteride's potential side effects, raising concerns about the advice given.
community 3 Months progress on topical min/dut
community 33M Considering Switch from Topical to Oral Finasteride for Temples and Crown
A 33-year-old is considering switching from topical finasteride to oral finasteride due to application difficulties with long hair. They are concerned about potential shedding with oral finasteride and are seeking advice on dosage and whether their crown shows signs of thinning.
community Doctor prescribed me with topical min but no fin. i also have sebderm. should i go to another doctor?
The user is concerned about using only minoxidil for hair loss without finasteride, despite having seborrheic dermatitis. They are considering seeking a second opinion from another doctor.
community How to Dilute Topical Finasteride?
A user wants to dilute topical finasteride due to side effects like dizziness and is seeking advice on how to do it, preferably without mixing with minoxidil. They are unable to find specific guidance online and are looking for help from the community.