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This user reported using 1mg of finasteride and topical application of 1ml minoxidil twice a day for one year, with good results, no shedding and no side effects.
A 20-year-old male currently using topical minoxidil 5% is considering starting finasteride1mg due to elevated hormone levels. He seeks advice on whether to adjust anything before beginning finasteride.
A 24-year-old male has been using oral Finasteride1mg/day for 6 months and nanoxidil for 10 months, recently switching to oral Minoxidil 2.5mg daily, with no progress. Suggestions include getting a scalp biopsy, consulting a dermatologist, and possibly trying higher doses of oral Minoxidil or switching to dutasteride.
The user has been using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and tretinoin cream for hair loss, with positive progress noted after six months. They are advised to continue their current regimen and consider additional treatments like derma rolling, while being cautious about switching to dutasteride due to potential side effects.
A 24-year-old shared his 13-month experience using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, along with topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair regrowth with impressive results and no significant side effects. He advises consulting a dermatologist before starting a similar routine.
The user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after using finasteride1mg and minoxidil 5% daily for three years. Commenters are impressed, discussing the effectiveness and asking about additional treatments like derma rolling and side effects.
If oral minoxidil 2.5mg and finasteride1mg fail after a year, some suggest trying dutasteride. Hair shedding can be normal in the first year, and real changes often occur between 9 months to a year.
The user has been treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride daily, 1mg topical minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling twice a week. They report improved hair quality and density but are still experiencing shedding.
User shared 9-month progress using Minoxidil 5% (switched to 10% last 3 months) and Finasteride1mg daily for hair growth. Experienced improvement in hair volume, but crown still not fully filled; considering transplant if no further progress.
A 28-year-old male diagnosed with Male Pattern Baldness is using finasteride1mg and asking if it's sufficient without minoxidil, PRP, or multivitamins. The advice given is to continue with finasteride and assess results after a year before considering additional treatments.
A user shared their 2-month progress on finasteride1mg daily and weekly derma rolling, showing noticeable hair regrowth. Replies confirm visible improvement, though some attribute it partially to lighting.
The user is undergoing a hair loss treatment using 1mg oral finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5% topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D3, fish oil, and weekly microneedling with a 1mm needle roller. They are considering switching from a dermaroller to a dermastamp for better results and are hopeful about the progress shown in recent photos.
A man in his early 30s noticing hair thinning, mainly on the crown of his head. He's been using 1mg oral finasteride and keto shampoo daily for 4 months, with noticeable improvement and no side effects.
A user experienced rapid hair loss despite taking finasteride1mg and undergoing PRP treatment. They also take a supplement with biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium but have not seen improvement.
A user's progress in hair regrowth after taking finasteride (1mg) every other day, and the replies to the post offering support, advice, and encouragement.
The user has been taking 1.25mg of oral minoxidil and 1mg of finasteride for a year and added topical minoxidil in January. They noticed hair improvement but are experiencing uneven regrowth, with the hairline improving and the middle part worsening.
The user experienced side effects from daily finasteride and reduced the dosage to 0.25mg twice a week while continuing minoxidil. They are considering topical anti-androgens but are concerned about application difficulties and potential side effects.
A user's progress with treating hair loss by using finasteride (1mg MWF) and minoxidil (5% once daily), occasionally using ketoconazole gel, and dermarolling 1.5mm every two weeks; other users' responses are positive and ask for more information about the treatment regimen.
A hair regrowth journey over the course of one year with treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, micro needling, minimum shampooing and occasional use of Nizoral (2%).
The user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride1mg daily and minoxidil 5% twice daily, showing significant hair regrowth, especially at the temples. The discussion includes positive feedback on the results and tips on managing hair care while using these treatments.
A 29-year-old male is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 3 months using oral finasteride (1mg) and topical minoxidil (1ml twice daily), despite side effects like scalp itchiness and dandruff. He plans to continue the treatment long-term and may switch to foam minoxidil to alleviate scalp issues.
A user who was able to regrow hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.
A 23-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil with finasteride topical twice a day, multivitamins, microneedling, head massages, and ketoconazole shampoo. He's unsure of his current Norwood scale classification and is asking for help to determine it, with suggestions ranging from NW4 to NW4.5.
A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.
A user's experience with hair loss and their successful hair transplant using finasteride to halt the loss for seven years, as well as other treatments such as Dut and RU58841 being discussed.
A user shared progress pictures showing hairline improvement after 2 years of using topical Minoxidil, 1mg oral Finasteride, and sporadic microneedling. Another user praised the progress and shared mutual encouragement.
The user reported significant hair thickness improvement using Minoxidil 5% twice daily for three months and Finasteride1mg daily for one month, along with Biotin and Vitamin D supplements. The user no longer notices bald patches and is hopeful for continued progress.
The user is optimistic about hair regrowth after 3 months of using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling once a week. They report improvements in hair density and color, particularly at the crown and fringe.
A user's eight-month progress in treating his hair loss using finasteride (1mg daily) and nizoral shampoo (2x a week), as well as microneedling every 10 days; other users have also reported success with finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.