Long-Term Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride in Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: Summary of Three Investigations

Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.

Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risks of sexual dysfunction for treating androgenetic alopecia. Users experience varying side effects, indicating individual differences in drug reactions.

A 30-year-old shared positive results after 6 months of using 1mg oral finasteride daily for hair loss, without minoxidil. Hair loss stopped around month 2, and noticeable regrowth began around month 4.5, with no side effects reported.

The user is happy with the results of using 1mg finasteride daily for three years, reporting stopped hair loss and mild regrowth without side effects. They avoid minoxidil due to concerns about application and potential risks, and they use 2% nizoral shampoo weekly.

Finasteride is recommended for hair loss treatment, with potential side effects like erectile issues in 1 in 33 users, which typically resolve after stopping the drug. Users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing initial side effects like brain fog and others seeing no issues, and the drug is generally considered effective for maintaining or regrowing hair.

Hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are discussed, with users sharing experiences of side effects such as changes in libido and ejaculate volume. Despite these side effects, many find the treatments worthwhile for maintaining hair.