A user shared a positive experience about receiving free finasteride from their dermatologist. Others discussed the varying costs of finasteride in different countries.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Dutasteride. Users share experiences and joke about the high cost and effectiveness of the treatment.
User is depressed about hair loss despite using topical minoxidil for 5 months and topicalfinasteride for 2 months, with no improvement. Others suggest trying oral finasteride, seeing a specialist for dandruff and oily scalp, and being patient.
A 23-year-old shared his hair regrowth progress after using Minoxidil, finasteride, Dutasteride, and RU58841 for over a year. The post received supportive comments, with others sharing their own experiences and complimenting his transformation.
A user has seen no progress after 8 months on finasteride and minoxidil and is considering switching to dutasteride and adding microneedling or quitting and getting a hair system. Another user suggests adding microneedling and dutasteride and buzzing the hair down.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride. They believe dutasteride is highly effective for treating hair loss.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
A user shared their positive experience with thicker hair and improved confidence after a year and a half of using finasteride without side effects. Specific treatments discussed include oral finasteride, with a question about the daily dosage.
The user has been using Minoxidil for 3.5 months, Finasteride for 3 months, derma rolling twice a week, taking Saw Palmetto daily, and using Rosemary Shampoo to treat hair loss, and is happy with the progress despite some remaining hair loss at one temple. They encourage others to start treatment early if hair loss affects their confidence, and they use a 5% Minoxidil solution and take 2.5mg of Finasteride three times a week.
The user had more hair at age 39 than at 27 after using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and ketoconazole for over two years. Initially started with finasteride but switched to dutasteride after six months.
The half-life of Dutasteride is commonly stated as around 5 weeks, but some sources suggest it is 170 hours for men aged 20–49, with further information indicating it varies from 3 days to 5 weeks depending on the dose. The user is seeking clarity on these conflicting figures.
A user shared their 1.5-year hair loss treatment progress, using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling. They noticed improved hair health and growth, especially when consistently following their treatment routine.
A user shared before and after photos of their hair loss treatment using Finasteride. The treatment showed significant improvement after 8 months of daily use.
A 16-year-old using topicalfinasteride and minoxidil for 3.5 months to treat hair loss. They're seeing progress, despite continued shedding, and plan to start using dutasteride at 18.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment over four months using minoxidil, dermarolling, and intermittent finasteride. The user switched from prescription minoxidil to a cheaper alternative, Kirkland, with a similar concentration.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topical minoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hair growth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topical minoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.
A user named Zaehk shared their progress with hair loss after taking oral dutasteride and minoxidil. They started seeing positive results and mentioned concerns about side effects of minoxidil. Other users expressed support and encouragement.
User maintained hair with finasteride for 6 months, then switched to dutasteride for 7 months, using DHT blocking shampoo, keto 2% shampoo, and microneedling. Significant hair growth observed, especially on right temple.
User shared 15-month progress using Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil for hair loss. Treatment improved hair density, now considering hair transplant with fewer grafts.
User reports 3 months of microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, and zinc for hair loss. Others comment on great progress and suggest checking back after 1 year.
User shares 1-year progress using 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil daily. Others praise results, discuss when improvements appeared, and mention shedding phase.
Bishiop shares 9-month hairline progress using Finasteride for 276 days and Minoxidil for 75 days. Regimen includes daily Finasteride, topical Minoxidil, dermarolling, and specific shampoos/conditioners; experienced temporary side effects.
A user's 14 month experience with Dutasteride for hair loss and other users discussing their experiences with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
A user who has had success with using Dutasteride to regrow their hair after previously having results with Finasteride, with others questioning the switch and asking about potential side effects.
A user's extreme regimen for hair loss, which includes taking oral and topical medications such as minoxidil, dutasteride, cyproterone acetate and bicalutamide, but still experiencing miniaturization. Suggestions were made to try other treatments such as RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, while also considering mental health treatment and advice on lookmaxxing.
The conversation discusses a prescribed hair loss treatment combining 12.5% minoxidil with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and topicalfinasteride, costing $55 a month. One user criticizes the packaging for degrading tretinoin, another suggests it's an overpriced option and recommends topical dutasteride as an alternative due to its higher molecular weight and lower systemic absorption.
User improved hairline with 2 years on finasteride (8 months dutasteride) and daily topical minoxidil, recently started oral minoxidil. No side effects experienced, and user's doctor approved dutasteride for a boost.