Concerns about a potential finasteride ban in the EU, possibly affecting the US, are discussed. Users doubt a ban, citing its widespread use and suggest alternatives like minoxidil and dutasteride.
Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, alfatradiol, vitamins, red light therapy, ketoconazole shampoo, meditation, green tea, leg workouts, and silk pillows. Genetics is emphasized as the primary factor in hair health, with some humor about unconventional methods like drug use affecting hair loss.
People discussed solutions for scalp itching related to hair loss, with treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and Alpecin Hybrid shampoo. Some users found relief by adjusting dosages of finasteride or switching to dutasteride, while others recommended specific shampoos or prescription options like olux foam.
The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride for hair loss, with the user considering whether oral finasteride might be more effective in reducing DHT levels. Other users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, RU58841, saw palmetto, and a combination of Redensyl, Procapil, and Capixyl, while debating the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil improved hair growth. A healthier lifestyle, including quitting smoking and better diet, also contributed to the progress.
The user is considering a hair loss treatment plan involving oral dutasteride (2.5 mg), oral minoxidil (2.5-10 mg), topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil, with additional options like ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling. They are seeking advice on whether to start with finasteride or dutasteride, the potential side effects, and the effectiveness of their approach, with a plan to evaluate results after 3-4 months.
The user shared their hair regrowth journey since 2017, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and later feminizing HRT. Significant progress was noted after starting HRT, with continued improvement in hair texture and regrowth.
Higher doses of dutasteride, such as 2.5mg, are more effective at reducing scalp DHT than 0.5mg, but are costly and inconvenient. A 1mg dose is considered a more affordable and practical option, though its efficacy is uncertain.
The user has been on dutasteride for 4.5 months after switching from finasteride due to hair thinning, and is experiencing significant hair loss despite also using minoxidil and microneedling. Many responses suggest that dutasteride takes time to show results, often requiring patience for up to a year or more, and recommend not stopping finasteride abruptly to avoid shedding.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with concerns about dosage and potential shedding. Users suggest maintaining minoxidil dosage and possibly transitioning gradually to avoid hair loss.
A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.
The conversation is about a user switching from finasteride to dutasteride after 4 years due to continued hair recession and miniaturization. The user plans to gradually increase to 1mg of dutasteride daily.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.
AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.
Oral minoxidil can significantly increase eyelash length and thickness. Users report mixed results on hair growth, with some experiencing increased body hair.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp, showing 2.5 weeks of hair growth. They reported no side effects and take 1 mg of finasteride daily.
A user is considering Spironolactone for hair loss but is advised against it due to its effects on testosterone. Instead, they are recommended to try finasteride at 18 and consider dutasteride if needed.
User shared progress pictures after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estradiol for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noted, especially after starting estradiol.
A 25-year-old MtF individual has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and MtF HRT to treat androgenic alopecia, resulting in significant hair regrowth. However, the regrown hairs remain thin and short, and they seek advice on how to make these hairs longer and thicker.
The user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil, with significant improvement after adding dutasteride in the last year. They advise persistence with the treatment despite initial setbacks.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
A user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil and dermastamping, noting additional biotin use. Replies suggest adding finasteride to maintain results and highlight effective regrowth from microneedling and Minoxidil.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride involves gradually increasing dutasteride while decreasing finasteride. Studies show dutasteride 0.5 mg daily can improve hair density in men unresponsive to finasteride.
The conversation is about a transgender individual's experience with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), expressing concern about the slow growth and thin appearance of their hair. Some responses encourage patience and highlight the variability of results, while others discuss the role of HRT and its effects.
A user who had success with finasteride for hair loss for 4-5 years experienced shedding after a 3-week break. They tried various treatments including different finasteride brands, dutasteride, topical treatments, and supplements, but are still facing hair loss.
The conversation discusses a person's hair regrowth after using dutasteride for 40 days and topical minoxidil for 55 days, along with weekly dermarolling. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and asking about potential recovery.
A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.
A user is concerned about using more minoxidil than prescribed to cover their hair loss area and mentions taking spironolactone pills. Another user advises against men taking oral spironolactone due to significant hormonal effects.
A 30-year-old male is considering using dutasteride and fluridil for hair loss maintenance and is curious about the effectiveness of topical spironolactone, as he cannot take finasteride. He is also planning a hair transplant.