Did you visit a dermatologist before hopping on Finasteride? Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/5/2026
Most users did not visit a dermatologist before starting finasteride, opting to purchase it directly or through a primary care physician. Some users shared experiences of side effects and emphasized the potential benefits of medical advice and monitoring.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity Been on Propecia since 1997, recently switched to Topical Finasteride.. follow for updates, or to ask any questions about 23 years on Propecia.
User spent 23 years on Finasteride with side effects like weight gain and reduced libido. Switched to topical Finasteride, side effects reduced and waiting for results.
community My change after 14 months of treatment. Oral propecia 1 mg per day and oral minoxidil, today I add minoxidil and topical propecia to the protocol
The user experienced significant hair recovery after 14 months using oral Propecia (finasteride) 1 mg daily and oral minoxidil, and recently added topical minoxidil and topical Propecia to their regimen. The doctor recommended this combination to maximize results, and the user reported no side effects, noticing improvements by the third month.
community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.
community Husband (35) is thinning on top, he doesn't know yet. Trying to research so he won't feel so lost or upset when I tell him. Help a girl out?
A woman is concerned about her husband's hair thinning and researches treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. He decides against medication due to potential side effects and plans to shave his head if necessary.
community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.
A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.
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Finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained cheaply through Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Costco's Kirkland brand, respectively, costing about $7.53/month combined. Amazon's RXPass and virtual visits at Dr. B. offer additional savings.
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