Use of Finasteride and Spironolactone in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients and Their Effect on Severity Outcomes

A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weight loss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.

The user was prescribed topical Spironolactone instead of Finasteride for hair loss, but is concerned about its effectiveness and potential side effects. Other users suggest that topical Spironolactone is safe for men, but Finasteride might be a more common and effective choice.

Using both finasteride and spironolactone together is more effective for hair loss in females, as they have different mechanisms and complement each other. It's important to avoid these medications during pregnancy and choose birth control with anti-androgenic activity.

The user is using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone for hair loss, with positive results after adding spironolactone. Another user takes oral spironolactone, dutasteride, and finasteride, noting decreased libido but no major side effects.

A 20-year-old is considering using topical spironolactone for hair loss after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Another user shares their regimen, which includes dutasteride, spironolactone, cetirizine, and minoxidil, while caution is advised against spironolactone due to potential systemic effects.

Adding topical spironolactone to a finasteride regimen for hair loss. Users discuss different mechanisms and suggest also using minoxidil.