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      community Dutasteride 1mg or RU58841 8% or topical Dutasteride

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion focuses on hair loss treatments, with suggestions to increase oral Dutasteride to 1 mg or more, as topical Dutasteride is less effective. Other treatments mentioned include RU58841, Minoxidil, and dermastamping, with some users recommending injectable mesotherapy and topical Finasteride.

      community I got my bloodwork done... What now?

      in Update  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been experiencing hair thinning despite taking finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Bloodwork suggests a vitamin D deficiency, and users recommend consulting a doctor and possibly supplementing vitamin D.

      community What should I include in my blood test?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil without success and is considering a comprehensive blood test to explore other causes of hair loss. They are unsure about the necessity and cost of the extensive tests and are seeking advice on whether to proceed with the full panel or focus on specific tests.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

       11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

      community Grow Gorgeous Intense Hair Density Serum, 2.02 fl oz, 2-pack from Costco

      1 year ago
      The user is considering using "Grow Gorgeous Intense Hair Density Serum" alongside Minoxidil and is currently taking Finasteride. Some users doubt the serum's effectiveness, while others suggest it may help with hair strength and thickness, but opinions are mixed.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

       48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community Just received my 2 Deoxy D Ribose wish me luck🫡

       245 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is trying 2-deoxy-D-ribose with distilled water for hair growth, observing new hair and skin pigmentation changes. Others compare it to Minoxidil, expressing interest and caution about its effectiveness and safety.

      community I was wrong about Dutastride. Let the I told you so comments rain in.

       76 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from dutasteride to finasteride caused increased hair loss, dandruff, depression, and erectile dysfunction. The user plans to return to dutasteride, possibly with minoxidil, and is considering dosing strategies to manage side effects and regrowth.

      community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.

      in Chat  296 upvotes 1 year ago
      Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.

      community 4 months on 0.625 mg oral minoxidil & 1 year on 0.5 mg oral finasteride

       6 upvotes 1 day ago
      The user has been using 0.625 mg oral minoxidil for 4 months and 0.5 mg oral finasteride for a year to address hair thinning, with noticeable regrowth, especially after adding minoxidil. They experienced initial shedding and side effects like libido loss and facial/body hair thinning, and are considering adjusting their finasteride dosage due to side effects.

      community 4 months on topical dutasteride and minoxidil

       6 upvotes 1 day ago
      The conversation is about a 29-year-old's 4-month progress using topical dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Users inquire about the specific products, dosage, and any side effects.

      community 4 months 0.5mg fin/ 1ml 5% minox 30 y/o

       9 upvotes 2 days ago
      A 30-year-old started using 0.5mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil once daily for hair loss, experiencing positive results with minimal side effects after 4 months. The user warns about minoxidil's toxicity to cats.

      community 4 months on finasteride only before and after

       33 upvotes 4 days ago
      The conversation is about using oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users discuss dosage, hairline improvement, and side effects like shedding.

      community 4 months into treatment with fin and min [25M]

       28 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 25-year-old is using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (0.25mg) for hair loss, experiencing improved mental health and no significant side effects. Others in the conversation discuss their experiences with similar treatments, dosages, and side effects.

      community 4 months finasteride / oral min

       50 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 36-year-old started using 0.5mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, reporting positive results without side effects. Despite criticism about photo lighting, the user remains optimistic about continued improvement.

      community 4 month later after FUE and fin

       51 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A user had 4000 hair grafts in Denmark and started taking 0.5mg finasteride daily, reporting good progress after four months. The procedure cost 55,000 DKK (7,400 euros) and the user is pleased with the results, especially in the temples and crown areas.

      community 4.5 months on 2.5mg Min + 1mg Fin

       26 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair loss and discussing their 4.5-month treatment with 2.5mg Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride. The user is advised to give the treatment more time, consider additional options like topical Minoxidil or microneedling, and possibly consult a dermatologist for further diagnosis.

      community 4 months of progress (minoxidil + microneddling) 20yrs old

       96 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 20-year-old shares progress in combating hair loss using minoxidil and microneedling, with plans to add finasteride. Users suggest starting finasteride or dutasteride to maintain results and control DHT levels.

      community 4-month progress (dutasteride+minoxidil, 25y)

       1245 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 25-year-old shared their 4-month hair growth progress using minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling, claiming no side effects. Some users doubted the rapid transformation, while others praised the results.

      community 4 months min + 7 months fin progress

       138 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced improved hair quality after using oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, finasteride 1 mg, and ketoconazole shampoo. They initially faced heart palpitations with oral minoxidil and had a history of depression with finasteride but found the current regimen effective and manageable.

      community 4 months in and my hair has gotten worse than before.

       11 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP is experiencing increased hair thinning after four months on dutasteride and is unsure whether to continue. Other users suggest waiting longer, as improvements often start around month 5, with some experiencing initial shedding before seeing benefits.

      community 4 months in, 26M — crown regrowth check

       9 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 26-year-old male shared progress pictures after 4 months of using a compounded spray with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, along with dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, noting minimal visible change but expecting results soon. Users commented on noticeable progress from bald to having hair and inquired about the treatment composition.

      community 4 years ago (top) vs today (bottom) 1mg Finasteride daily

       95 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-year progress using 1mg daily finasteride for hair loss, noting significant improvement without side effects. They did not use minoxidil tablets due to availability issues but are satisfied with their results.

      community 4 Month Progress [Fin + Min] 38M

      in Progress Pictures  135 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 38-year-old man shared his 4-month hair loss progress using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and supplements like zinc and DIM. He experienced positive results without major shedding and managed side effects with DIM.

      community 4 months oral dut & topical min (m24)

       104 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using oral dutasteride, topical 5% minoxidil foam, microneedling, and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth, reporting no side effects and significant improvement. They are optimistic about future results and emphasize consistency in treatment.