How bad is the initial shed from fin +- min? Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/29/2026
Finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant initial hair shedding, but regrowth typically follows after a few months. Shedding is not a regular occurrence but may happen to strengthen hair follicles.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity THE HARSH REALITY OF THE HAIR FOLLICLE’s CYCLICAL LIFE? 6.5 months of treatment
A user shared their 6.5-month experience with topical finasteride (2%) and minoxidil (5%), noting initial progress followed by a significant shedding phase. Others in the conversation reassured that shedding is normal and suggested staying consistent with the treatment for potential regrowth.
community Our Follicles, who art in hairven, hallowed be thy name; thy hairdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in hairven. Give us this day our daily regrowth. And forgive us our hat usage, as we forgive those who own hair against us. And lead us not into transplantation; but deliver us from balding
A 21-year-old with accelerated hair loss due to stress and weight loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to combat balding, despite experiencing a significant initial hair shed. They are committed to continuing treatment for at least three months and are considering switching to topical finasteride if necessary.
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community 2.5 Month Progress w/ Same Hair Length (Topical Fin/Min/Micro)
The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling after 2.5 months, noting initial shedding but improved hair density, especially at the temples, possibly eliminating the need for a hair transplant. The user is satisfied with the current treatment and is hesitant to try the experimental drug RU58841, hoping the current routine will suffice for further improvements.
community what do you think? 2 months vs 6 months of finasteride and minoxidil, will the hair become thicker?
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is concerned about hair loss. Replies suggest continuing the treatment for at least a year, as initial shedding can indicate the treatment is working.
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