Finasteride to Dutasteride Success Stories? In need of a morale boost Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/7/2020
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, topical treatments, and supplements for hair loss but is losing progress and considering switching to dutasteride. They seek success stories to boost morale.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Current regimen: Topical finasteride 0.3% Minoxidil 6% once daily. 5 months. Also just started taking Zinc 20MG daily. Saw Palmetto 450mg daily. Hair, skin & nails supplements (includes a bunch of vitamins essential for hair skin and nails) Was debating on adding oral finasteride. Thoughts?
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with zinc, saw palmetto, and hair supplements, but is unsure about the results and considering adding oral finasteride. Other users share mixed experiences with similar treatments, suggesting patience or switching to oral forms.
community 24M on Oral Finasteride 7-8 Months, Considering Topical Additions or Switching to Dutasteride
The conversation discusses combining topical finasteride with oral finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss treatment. It also mentions using minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and other supplements like biotin and ketoconazole for better hair health.
community Dut, Oral fin, Topical Fin+min, Topical min, Multivitamins, Microneedling, Keto, Prp
The user is using a regimen of 1mg Dutasteride daily, topical finasteride and minoxidil, multivitamins, and supplements to address hair loss but hasn't seen improvement. Suggestions include sticking to one medication, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant, while noting that some treatments may not regrow hair.
community Pls advice needed. 17-20 yo. Not seeing the progress I hoped for on finasteride + minoxidil. Any advice?
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and is seeking advice on further treatments. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, trying oral minoxidil, addressing scalp inflammation, and considering dietary changes and supplements.
community 28M NW3; 2 Month Update - Dutasteride, 1.5mm Dermaroller, Topical Minoxidil, Biotin Supplements
A 28-year-old man with hair loss is seeing regrowth in his temple area after 2 months of treatment with Dutasteride, a 1.5mm Dermaroller, topical Minoxidil, and Biotin supplements. He also notes an unexpected positive side effect of Dutasteride clearing up his light facial acne.
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