Been taking oral Finasteride for about 20 days now / update Update 11/10/2024
A 24-year-old male started taking oral Finasteride 1mg, biotin, and using Nizoral shampoo twice a week for hair loss prevention, reporting no noticeable side effects after nearly three weeks. He notes his hair looks better compared to a month ago.
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A user shared their haircare routine for hair loss, which includes washing with Nizoral, using Minoxidil and Finasteride, and seeking advice for better results. Other users discussed their own routines, including the use of vitamins, red light therapy, and varying dosages of Finasteride, with some expressing concerns about the harshness of Nizoral and the potential side effects of treatments.
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community Does anyone here use everything except Fin
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (Min) and Finasteride (Fin). The original poster is considering using Min and other treatments but is hesitant about Fin, while the responses vary, with some advocating for early use of Fin and others warning about potential side effects.
community No sign of improvement after one year on Fin 1mg daily
Finasteride is used to prevent further hair loss, not for regrowth. Adding minoxidil is suggested for potential hair regrowth.
community What happened to the big three? Ketoconazole is pretty magic for some and over the last few years it has been missing in people’s regiment quite a bit
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