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      community Losing ground with minoxidil and finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  74 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced initial improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but is now losing progress and considering switching to dutasteride. Others suggest seasonal shedding, vitamin D deficiency, or trying dutasteride, while some share personal experiences with shedding cycles and treatment adjustments.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community Anyone having little results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are not yielding noticeable results for some users, with some considering alternatives like microneedling or hair transplants. Others report slowed hair loss but no regrowth, and some experience side effects or minimal improvement, leading to frustration and consideration of different treatments.

      community Best Value Minoxidil 5-10% Products in the UK?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking recommendations for more affordable Minoxidil products in the UK, currently spending £65 per month on 5% liquid and 10% cream with Azelaic Acid. They also inquire about the quality differences between Minoxidil brands.

      community 5mg KX 826 Worked. Will 2.5mg Hold?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Reducing the dose of Pyrilutamide from 5mg to 2.5mg may still maintain hair loss results, but effectiveness can vary. Users discuss the cost and dosage implications, with some cautioning against reducing the dose due to its dose-dependent nature.

      community Galenic lotion. Science behind the components

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is considering a hair loss treatment lotion containing minoxidil, adenosine, caffeine, melatonin, and azelaic acid, questioning the interaction between caffeine and adenosine receptors. Another user suggests adding a topical anti-DHT ingredient like spironolactone, noting it should not be taken orally by men.

      community Progress I think. November-Today

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a 29-year-old male using finasteride until November 2024, then switching to dutasteride 0.5mg daily and adding minoxidil in February 2025, with noticeable hair regrowth and no side effects. Users comment positively on the progress, including improved hair in the front and increased armpit hair.

      community 13 month dutasteride update. Still improving.

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hair growth, especially at the hairline.

      community Progress at ~6 month mark dut/min

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using daily oral dutasteride and minoxidil, along with monthly mesotherapy including zinc, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and panthenol, reporting no noticeable side effects. Encouragement was given to continue despite potential hair shedding.

      community Fagron TrichoTest says Finasteride won't help

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user received a Fagron TrichoTest indicating that Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are not effective for them, recommending Latanoprost, Spironolactone, IGrantine-F1 TM, and Trichoxidil instead. Other users expressed skepticism about the test's validity and suggested sticking with proven treatments like Finasteride and Dutasteride.

      community Overdosage in Prescription for both Dut and Min?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user was prescribed a combination of 0.6mg dutasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg zinc daily for hair loss, which is higher than standard doses. Other users suggest starting with lower doses, especially for minoxidil, and recommend seeking a second opinion.

      community 5mg oral minoxidil + 100mg Spironolactone

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures using 5mg oral minoxidil and 100mg spironolactone, noting increased body hair and faster nail growth. Another user humorously suggested a new sub for people with similar experiences.

      community 25M - 1.6 years on treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  268 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil for 1.6 years to treat diffuse thinning, with significant hair regrowth except for the hairline. He plans to get a hair transplant for further improvement and reports no side effects from the treatment.

      community 1mg Oral Fin / 5% Topical Min - 3 months

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, derma rolling, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, and a daily balding shampoo/conditioner over three months. They noticed baby hairs and positive changes, attributing early results to minoxidil.

      community 16 months finasteride & minoxidil progress

      in Progress Pictures  605 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared 16-month progress using finasteride 1 mg/day and minoxidil 5% solution once/day, noting significant regrowth, especially in temporal peaks. Users discussed shedding, side effects, and positive feedback from others.

      community Male, 40 , 2.5 months on fin + min+ derma roller

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 40-year-old male has been using 5% minoxidil foam and 1mg finasteride for 2.5 months, noticing darker and thicker hair. Users encourage him to continue the treatment, as results can take 6-9 months or longer.

      community 20M: 6 months on topical min & fin

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months but sees little hair growth, especially on the temples. They are considering switching to oral dutasteride and minoxidil due to lack of progress.

      community Both success and failure. 10 month minoxidil and 8 month finasteride

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil at night and finasteride daily for several months, experiencing initial hair growth but later regression and thinning. They're considering switching to dutasteride and seeking advice on the cause of their hair loss and potential treatments.

      community [24 M] Update of 13 Months of 1mg Oral Finasteride and 5mg Oral Minoxidil

      in Update  276 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old shared his 13-month experience using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, along with topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair regrowth with impressive results and no significant side effects. He advises consulting a dermatologist before starting a similar routine.

      community 11 years on only fin, it can work! 19yo - 30yo

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in hair thickness over 11 years using only finasteride, taken three times a week, with no side effects. Commenters reacted positively, with one wishing they had started treatment earlier.