The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for 3 months with significant improvement. They are now adding ketoconazole to their routine.
A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg of finasteride three times a week, with mild side effects like gynecomastia and breakouts. They are considering starting minoxidil.
Hair loss treatments discussed include cosmeRNA, minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide. Users debate effectiveness, side effects, and upcoming treatments, with some expressing skepticism and others optimism.
The user shared their experience with CB-03-01 (Breezula/Clascoterone) for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and improved hair appearance but experiencing significant sleep disturbances and low energy due to HPA axis suppression. They decided to stop using it due to these side effects and are waiting for GT20029 as an alternative.
A user experienced hair loss after taking chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements but stopped shedding after discontinuing them. They noticed thinning around the temples and started dermarolling.
Treating hair loss with a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oral minoxidil for further gains.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using 1 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a topical finasteride-minoxidil solution. Suggestions include increasing minoxidil dosage, addressing vitamin deficiencies, especially Vitamin D, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
Exercise improved minor side effects of finasteride, such as reduced ejaculatory volume and depression, and also helped with gyno. Running and push-ups were particularly effective, leading to increased ejaculatory volume and improved mental clarity.
A 23-year-old male started taking biotin and 1 mg of finasteride daily for hair loss. Others wished him luck and advised staying away from negative forum posts about finasteride.
Creatine may contribute to hair loss in some individuals, even when using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral. Despite mixed experiences, many users on the "big 3" report no significant hair loss from creatine, but individual results vary.
User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.
Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
A 29-year-old male with androgenic alopecia was treated with oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and injectable Dutasteride, showing progress in 9 months. Some users believe Dutasteride mesotherapy is unnecessary and question its effectiveness compared to topical applications.
The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride for 16 months to slow hair loss and is considering switching to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. They are avoiding oral minoxidil due to potential side effects and are exploring other options with a dermatologist.
The user is using a hair regrowth protocol including dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin, but is experiencing slow progress and seeks advice for faster regrowth. Suggestions include quitting smoking, adjusting the regimen, and considering additional treatments like topical finasteride or RU58841.
A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.
This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.
Finasteride is recommended for hair loss, while biotin is considered ineffective and unnecessary. Minoxidil is also suggested, and biotin pills are preferred over injections due to cost and absorption concerns.
The user is using a regimen including topical finasteride, ketoconazole, melatonin, keto shampoo, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss, and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Some users suggest switching to oral finasteride and checking for health issues like nutrient absorption, while others note maintenance or slight improvement in hair thickness.
A 23-year-old male noticed hair loss and started using finasteride 1mg, initially experiencing significant shedding which reduced after 100 days. He switched from the brand Andropel to Folcres due to availability in Argentina.
A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.
This user experienced improvements in their hair density and texture through the use of finasteride (1.25mg) and minoxidil (5%) applied topically once a day over 8 months, with no reported side effects other than slightly lowered libido.
A user is using minoxidil for hair loss and considering adding finasteride but their dermatologist advised waiting to see if minoxidil works alone. They are thinking about taking saw palmetto (serenoa repens) and biotin as alternatives and are asking for others' experiences and potential side effects.
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, pyrithione zinc, and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and has seen an increase in fine hairs on the hairline but overall thinning on the top. They are considering adding zinc and Vitamin K to their regimen and are already taking hair multivitamins with collagen.
An 18-year-old started taking 1.5 mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse thinning but is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential side effects. They are questioning if minoxidil alone will be effective.
The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 13 years with stable results but is now experiencing thinning hair and is considering switching to Dutasteride 0.5mg. They are seeking advice on whether this change might be beneficial.
The user resumed finasteride and added 5mg oral minoxidil and biotin, noticing quick progress in hair regrowth. Other users discuss dosages and express surprise at the results.
The user is happy with the results of using 1mg finasteride daily for three years, reporting stopped hair loss and mild regrowth without side effects. They avoid minoxidil due to concerns about application and potential risks, and they use 2% nizoral shampoo weekly.
The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for a year with no improvement in hair loss and reports low cortisol levels, sleep issues, and anxiety changes. The conversation includes discussions on the potential effects of finasteride on cortisol and neurosteroids, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider other factors.