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      community Experiences with anemic hair loss?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss likely due to anemia and nutrient deficiency, and is considering using Minoxidil or non-drug treatments like coffee rinses while improving their diet and taking supplements. They are unsure if Minoxidil will be effective for this type of hair loss and are concerned about potential side effects.

      community Is topical min a waste of time for diffuse thinners?

      in General  81 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil due to lack of improvement and side effects, while continuing with dutasteride or finasteride. They seek advice from others with diffuse thinning.

      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community What happened to topical dutasteride??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is considered for hair loss, but concerns about systemic absorption and side effects like reduced libido are common. Users have mixed results, with some preferring oral finasteride or dutasteride despite side effects, while others find topical treatments beneficial but challenging.

      community is this good ? did anyone try it ?

      in Ketoconazole  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole is discussed as a treatment for hair loss, with mixed reviews on its effectiveness and side effects. Some users find it helpful for scalp conditions, while others report it makes hair feel dry and doesn't aid regrowth.

      community Is the Ru58841 hype justified?

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is debated for hair regrowth, with some users reporting no benefits and potential side effects, while others claim success when combined with dutasteride. Many suggest safer, well-researched treatments like finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss management.

      community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  104 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

      community Dutasteride is possibly BETTER for the brain than Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dutasteride may be better for the brain than Finasteride, potentially increasing dopamine levels and causing fewer side effects. For those switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride to prevent hair loss, it's recommended to continue Finasteride for 3-4 months while starting Dutasteride to avoid shedding due to Dutasteride's long half-life.

      community For those that have used anti androgens what is your experience?

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussed their experiences with anti-androgens for hair loss, mentioning side effects like chest pains with RU58841 and skepticism due to lack of safety data, while considering Fluridil as a potential addition to treatment. Some users expressed reluctance to use these chemicals.

      community Why use Finasteride instead of Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      People are discussing why some choose finasteride over dutasteride for hair loss, noting that while dutasteride is more effective, it's also more expensive, less researched, and potentially has more side effects. Some users shared personal experiences with side effects from both drugs, and others mentioned that finasteride is FDA approved for hair loss, while dutasteride is not, except in Japan.

      community 3 months hair transformation: From finasteride to dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling.

      in Progress Pictures  71 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that the user experienced hair shedding while taking finasteride for 2 years, but after switching to dutasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling, their hair has become thicker and hair loss has completely stopped. They also mentioned having no side effects from dutasteride.

      community Applying topicals before bed..

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Applying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with concerns about side effects and application timing. Some users experience side effects, while others manage without issues, and there's interest in future treatments like pyrilutamide.

      community Crazy idea: creatine + topical finasteride

      in Chat  23 upvotes 4 years ago
      Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.

      community Dutasteride (.5mg) is some strong stuff!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  53 upvotes 4 years ago
      User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.

      community Anyone here holding out for Breezula?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about individuals considering waiting for Breezula to treat hair loss instead of using Finasteride due to concerns about side effects. Some are opting for Finasteride now, while others are wary of its impact on neurosteroids.

      community Indian Subcontinent specific : Fin effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Oral finasteride is recommended over topical finasteride for men in the Indian subcontinent, with no reported side effects. Minoxidil and dermarolling are also suggested, while dietary supplements and topical finasteride are deemed less effective.

      community My Finasteride Story (Pictures + Blood work + Updates)

      in Finasteride  10 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair regrowth, which was effective but caused side effects like gynecomastia and mood swings. They now manage side effects with Arimidex and vitamins while continuing finasteride, and monitor their health with blood tests.

      community 1 year progress Finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  242 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user shared their one-year progress using finasteride, occasionally using topical minoxidil, and reported significant hair improvement, especially on the crown. They experienced no side effects and noted that finasteride addresses the underlying hormonal issue, while minoxidil promotes hair growth.

      community Fin fixed my life. Thanks tresless.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  966 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil stopped hair loss and improved urinary issues for a 34-year-old user. Despite some sexual side effects, the user plans to continue finasteride, while considering restarting minoxidil.

      community Do you think oral minoxidil will become the standard for hair loss in 2026?

      in Minoxidil  140 upvotes 2 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered more convenient and effective for some users, with positive results reported, but concerns about side effects and availability persist. Finasteride remains a standard treatment, while some users explore combinations with other treatments like dutasteride and laser devices.

      community Hair loss journey and experience with Fin/Min/Dut

      in Progress Pictures  670 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user shared their hair loss journey, using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting progress and some side effects like minor gynecomastia. They plan to switch fully to dutasteride while continuing minoxidil, and they experienced shedding primarily from finasteride.

      community 1 Month 20 Days Of Topical Min/Fin Treatment

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using Keeps Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride foam, along with derma stamping and pumpkin seed oil pills, to address hair loss. They report no significant side effects and observe new hair growth, while discussing the pros and cons of topical versus oral treatments.

      community Minoxidil works only with Retinoic acid

      in Minoxidil  315 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil is more effective when combined with retinoic acid, such as tretinoin or tazarotene, enhancing hair growth. Some users experience significant regrowth, while others see minimal effects or side effects.