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      community Insomnia and Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user reports experiencing insomnia as a side effect of taking finasteride for hair loss, which takes 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep and results in only about 5 hours of sleep per night. They suspect the cause is related to the downregulation of neurosteroids due to finasteride.

      community What's your opinion on topical caffeine?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is already using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and is considering adding topical caffeine. They are seeking opinions on the effectiveness of topical caffeine.

      community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

      in Update  6 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

      community Washing hair every day instead of a couple times a week

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.

      community 1 Year on Finasteride - Here's what I think

      in Finasteride  86 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience after one year on Finasteride, noting both positive effects on hair retention and minor side effects like reduced libido and high blood pressure. They also emphasized the importance of quitting porn to improve sexual health and mentioned using Viagra to boost confidence.

      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  572 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, 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.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community 21M, 80 days progress is insane

      in Progress Pictures  290 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a 21-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after 80 days using 0.5mg of oral finasteride daily, 1ml of Minoxidil twice a day, and a 0.25mm derma roller twice a week. The comments encourage him to maintain the regimen to prevent hair loss again.

      community 5Months 0.5mg Fin + 2.5mg Oral Min | UPDATE #2

      in Progress Pictures  918 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.

      community Andreas Townsend takes 15mg Fin 2x per day 🤣

      in Satire  796 upvotes 1 year ago
      Andreas Townsend's hair growth, likely due to a combination of finasteride and minoxidil treatments, as well as possibly a hair transplant. People have been discussing the efficacy of these treatments in achieving Townsend's level of hair growth.

      community Minoxidil is connecting the hair on the inner part of my arms

      in Satire 1 year ago
      This conversation is about a user who has been using Minoxidil for nine months and just noticed hair growing on the inner part of their arms. Responses to this post suggest that they should continue using it, with an increase in frequency from 5% twice a day, as well as trying finasteride if needed.

      community If you’re on the fence about Finasteride, don’t wait!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.

      community Haircafe - TOPICAL minoxidil is an anti aging drug

      in Minoxidil  242 upvotes 1 week ago
      Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.

      community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

      in Chat  166 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

      community 1 month of using fin, so happy

      in Progress Pictures  865 upvotes 4 months ago
      User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.