Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.
User shared a 3-month update on using finasteride and vitamins (Zinc, D3, B12, Magnesium) for hair loss. Progress pictures show improvement, and other users commented on their experiences and asked about specific vitamins.
User shared 1-year progress after hair transplant and regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, viviscal, biotin, and sulfate-free shampoo/nizoral. Users praised results and discussed application frequency and sideeffects.
User obsessed with hair loss prevention shares collection of treatments, including oral and topical finasteride, minoxidil, dermapen, and more. Others suggest adding RU58841, laser helmet, and PRP, while some advise dropping certain treatments for long-term manageability.
A 30-year-old male shares his 6-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, noting increased hair thickness and regrowth. He also mentions using supplements like biotin and cod liver oil and discusses the convenience of combined pills.
User shared 3-month progress using Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1%, switching brands after the first month. Replies suggest the progress is good, with concerns about patches and shedding.
The conversation discusses taurine supplements for hair growth, highlighting their potential to reduce DHT and improve hair health. A user comments that people often try alternatives to finasteride.
A user shared a 9-month hair loss treatment update using scalp micropigmentation (SMP), finasteride, minoxidil, derma pen, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT), with plans for a hair transplant. Another person suggested increasing the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil and using a derma roller weekly.
User Tricky9555 tried various hair loss treatments for 8 months with no visible results. Others suggested considering a hair transplant, checking thyroid levels, and being patient for up to 24 months for potential results.
A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severevitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.
A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dosevitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.
The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
The conversation discusses theeffectiveness of a multivitamin containing Zinc, Biotin, B12, B6, B2, B1, Vitamin D, and Iron for hair loss. The multivitamin is from a reliable but inexpensive brand in Brazil.
The conversation discusses using zinc sulphate and azelaic acid to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase activity, which could potentially treat androgen-related skin conditions like hair loss. Combining these with vitamin B6 could enhance theeffect, potentially offering an alternative to finasteride.
Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.
A user is unsure if "Hair Energiser" tablets areeffective for hair growth after a year of use. Replies suggest using finasteride instead and call the tablets a scam.
Theeffects of finasteride and dutasteride on beard growth, whether minoxidil would help with facial hair loss caused by DHT blockers, and anecdotal evidence from users who haveexperienced either decreased or increased facial hair density while using these treatments.
Potential sideeffects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
User doubts oral minoxidil's effectiveness after a month of use and shedding. Few people provide photo evidence of success, and some combine it with other treatments, making it hard to determine its effectiveness alone.
A person with hair loss since COVID-19 is considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is hesitant due to potential sideeffects. Suggestions include visiting a dermatologist, using a ketoconazole shampoo, and considering that post-COVID hair loss might be an autoimmune response.
The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is moreeffective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.
A 20-year-old male's significant hair growth after two months of using 0.25mg Finasteride. The discussion includes varying opinions on theeffectiveness and sideeffects of the treatment, with some users planning to try or adjust their Finasteride dosage.
Athletes often use finasteride to maintain hair transplants, but some avoid it due to potential hormonal effects. Notableexamples include Mo Salah and Conor McGregor, while LeBron James has had multiple procedures with varying success.
A user's hair loss journey and their results from 9 months of the treatments finasteride and minoxidil, as well as biotin supplementation. People discussed sideeffects, taking progress pictures, and providing support to other users on their own journeys.
Microneedling combined with minoxidil and finasteride shows significant hair regrowth, though opinions on its effectiveness vary. Some users report substantial benefits, while others highlight the need for more research and consistency in application.
The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to sideeffects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing theeffects of the reduced finasteride dosage.
Adding tretinoin to a minoxidil routine can cause initial hair shedding, which may be normal as it potentially increases minoxidil's efficacy. Users suggest being cautious with tretinoin application, especially around microneedling, to avoid increased systemic absorption.