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      community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.

      community 5 months on 5% min + 1 mg finastreride.

      in Minoxidil  1101 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their experience using 5% minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride daily, and weekly derma stamping for hair loss, noting no crown thinning but front diffuse thinning and hairline issues. They experienced fewer side effects on 0.5 mg finasteride but returned to 1 mg, and did not experience shedding after starting treatment.
      What should I start with? Advices are welcomed

      community What should I start with? Advices are welcomed

      in General  189 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 35-year-old is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly a hair transplant in Turkey. They have previously tried microneedling for a year.

      community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam

      in Update  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.

      community [M30] Constant swing between continuing or quitting Finasteride

      in General  204 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 30-year-old man is considering quitting Finasteride due to sexual side effects, including reduced libido and difficulty reaching orgasm, despite its effectiveness in treating hair loss. He is exploring other factors like relationship issues and potential low testosterone, and is considering getting blood work done.

      community No effect Over 6 months, am I doing this wrong?

      in Update  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced no improvement in hair loss after using a dermatologist's minoxidil 10% and finasteride 0.1% solution, clotrimazole, daily dermarolling, and multivitamins. They plan to switch to oral finasteride and reduce dermarolling to once a week.

      community FYI: Amazon one gives DUT prescriptions.

      in Treatment  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride can be obtained through Amazon for $13.60 a month with Prime, and some users prefer it over finasteride due to its effectiveness and similar side effects. Finasteride is also available for $16 for a 3-month supply, and some users report no side effects, while others experience issues like tenderness and swelling.

      community Don't give up on finasteride folks

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community M20 : Need advice on starting minoxidil

      in General  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and increased hair fall, and is considering using minoxidil for 3-4 months but is concerned about the long-term commitment and potential hair loss after stopping. They have tried multivitamins, serums, and shampoos, and are hesitant about starting PRP treatment.
      34M, Dermatologist consultation every month?

      community 34M, Dermatologist consultation every month?

      in General  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male has been using a topical minoxidil and finasteride solution for hair loss and was prescribed oral finasteride by a dermatologist. He questions the necessity of monthly consultations since the prescription remains unchanged.

      community Progress from fin 6 months use and minox 1 year 6 months

      in Progress Pictures  94 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil for 1.5 years and finasteride for 6 months, with finasteride showing more noticeable results. They also tried ketoconazole for scalp infections but found it only provided temporary relief.

      community Progress in 1.5 months 5 mg of minox and 2.5 duta

      in Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported positive progress in hair growth after taking 5 mg of oral minoxidil daily and 2.5 mg of dutasteride three times a week, with noticeable changes in hair fullness and body hair growth. They experienced initial side effects at a higher dosage but reported no side effects at the current dosage and plan to continue updating their progress.

      community Korea FUE hair transplant 1900 grafts, Done by Dr.Ko Newhair clinic

      in Progress Pictures  1734 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 1900-graft FUE hair transplant by Dr. Ko at Newhair Clinic in Korea, costing $6,000. The user expressed satisfaction with the results and mentioned no longer experiencing stress over hair loss, but did not specify using any medications like finasteride.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1338 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community Feels like this subreddit lately

      in Satire  244 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, focusing on maintenance and potential regrowth. Some users joke about unrealistic expectations, while others share experiences and advice on treatment options.

      community PRP and exosomes combined and places to do in the UK

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user was recommended PRP and exosomes for hair loss and asked about combining them and places to get the treatment in the UK. Other users suggested starting with finasteride and minoxidil due to the high cost and variable success of PRP and exosomes.

      community Topical fin+minox deadly combo. M30 gave up and came back from dead.

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported hair regrowth using a homemade topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride sourced from Pakistan, combined with microneedling, after experiencing hair loss with UK-based products. They claim a reduction in hair loss from 200-300 to 3-5 hairs a day and advise against spending money on branded products.

      community I love Costco. Fin is less than $3 per month without insurance.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  128 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the affordability of finasteride for hair loss treatment, with users sharing that it can be obtained for less than $3 per month at Costco without insurance, and the cost can be further reduced by getting a year's prescription at once. Some users also mention getting prescriptions from their primary care physician or online services.

      community Scalp pain, diffuse thinning and Fin+nizoral

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.

      community What to take from the Actifolic?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering starting Minoxidil and is looking for a topical solution to combine with it. They are confused about which product to prioritize among options like RU58841, Pyrilutamide, FinaTopic, and DutaTopic.