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community 0.5mg Finasteride 6 month progress

19 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been using Minoxidil once daily since 2024 and started 0.5mg Finasteride in February, but hasn't seen progress and is considering increasing the dosage of both treatments. Suggestions include increasing Finasteride to 1mg daily and possibly increasing Minoxidil dosage, while considering a hair transplant later if needed.

community 0.5mg dut against 1mg fin for a first timer?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago

A 28-year-old male considering hair restoration is deciding between starting with 0.5mg dutasteride or 1mg finasteride, with finasteride being the typical starting point due to fewer and shorter-lasting side effects. The options also include minoxidil and biotin.

community How significant is the difference between 0.5mg Dut and 1mg Fin?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 2 years ago

0.5mg dutasteride reduces scalp DHT more than 1mg finasteride, leading to better hair regrowth results. Users report significant improvement with dutasteride compared to finasteride.

community I started fin (0.5mg ED) and oral min (2.5mg ED) at 18yo, best decision I've ever made

in Update 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) at 18, leading to healthier, thicker hair and reduced anxiety about hair loss. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to continue the treatment.

community 13 months fin progress (0.5mg ED)

345 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user has been taking 0.5 mg finasteride daily for 13 months, resulting in improved crown density and hairline, but individual hair thickness is still lacking. They plan to start taking 1.25 mg oral minoxidil to enhance regrowth and thickness.

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research Efficacy of Topical Finasteride 0.5% vs 17α-Estradiol 0.05% in the Treatment of Postmenopausal Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective, Single-Blind Study of 119 Patients

4 citations , April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This study reported that among postmenopausal women with female pattern hair loss, treatment with topical finasteride 0.5% and minoxidil 2% was more effective at improving hair condition than treatment with topical 17α-estradiol 0.05% and minoxidil 2%, particularly notable at 12-18 months of follow-up.

Effect of Dutasteride 0.5 mg/day in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia Recalcitrant to Finasteride

research Effect of dutasteride 0.5 mg/d in men with androgenetic alopecia recalcitrant to finasteride

36 citations , June 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This study suggests that dutasteride may be a viable alternative for Korean men with androgenetic alopecia who do not respond to finasteride, as it improved hair density and thickness in most participants.

The Efficacy and Safety of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Network Meta-Analysis and Benefit–Risk Assessment of Finasteride and Dutasteride

research The efficacy and safety of 5α-reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia: a network meta-analysis and benefit–risk assessment of finasteride and dutasteride

66 citations , June 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

This study reported no significant difference in efficacy or sexual dysfunction risk between 5α-reductase inhibitors and placebo for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that dutasteride 0.5 mg may be considered pending further research.

A Comparative In Vivo and In Vitro Evaluation of Hair Growth Potential of Extracts and an Isolate from Petroleum Ether Extract of Cuscuta Reflexa Roxb

research A comparative in vivo and in vitro evaluation of hair growth potential of extracts and an isolate from petroleum ether extract of Cuscuta reflexa Roxb

7 citations , September 2014 in “Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences”

This study found that ethanolic and petroleum ether extracts of Cuscuta reflexa, as well as an isolate from these extracts, improved hair growth and follicle characteristics in androgen-induced alopecia in rats.

Relative Efficacy of Minoxidil and the 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment of Male Patients

research Relative Efficacy of Minoxidil and the 5-α Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment of Male Patients

13 citations , February 2022 in “JAMA Dermatology”

This meta-analysis reported that 0.5 mg/d of dutasteride significantly increased total hair count at 24 weeks compared to finasteride and minoxidil in men with androgenetic alopecia.

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Dutasteride: Correct Dosage and Administration The standard dosage of dutasteride is 0.5 mg once daily.

learn Finasteride

Is finasteride safe? Studies report that most men tolerate finasteride 1 mg, but case series, regulatory labelling and patient reports describe sexual, mood and cognitive effects that some say persisted after stopping, and how often that happens is not established. It is a prescription-only medicine and is contraindicated in pregnancy.

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