community 7 months - 7 months oral dutasteride 0.5mg, 5 months oral minoxidil 12.5mg - 34 year old male
Hair loss progress and treatments, specifically oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil.
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570-600 / 1000+ resultscommunity How insane is this oral min shed?
A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.
community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
community Topical Saw Palmetto: An Alternative to Microdosing Topical Finasteride?
The user is exploring topical Saw Palmetto as a milder alternative to microdosing topical Finasteride for hair loss, aiming to minimize systemic DHT impact. They plan to experiment with this herbal remedy for a year to assess its effectiveness on their mild androgenetic alopecia without significant side effects.
community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
community 1 year of finasteride.but from past month i am noticing my hair density is decreasing. I think it’s seasonal shed or 😭
User experienced hair density decrease after 1 year of finasteride. Others shared similar experiences, suggesting it could be a temporary shed and discussed various treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, and ketoconazole.
community 1 year of regular fin after years of anxiety
User GreatCanuck experienced hair regrowth after using finasteride for a year, reducing anxiety about hair loss. Others in the conversation shared similar positive experiences and discussed family members using the treatment.
community Thoughts on Dutasteride mesotherapy
Dutasteride mesotherapy involves micro injections every 3 months to reduce side effects compared to regular finasteride. The discussion focuses on its effectiveness and safety for hair loss treatment.
community Finally got to see my dermatologist for dutasteride today. He said that dutasteride will not cause a shed. Everyone on Reddit says otherwise.
User lost ground on finasteride, switched to dutasteride. Dermatologist said no shedding, but online experiences differ.
community Maaaan, I know it's stupid and sometimes I'm stupid too
User worried about hair loss and hopes to try dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Others suggest starting with finasteride and using minoxidil for now.
community 1 year on Fin 1 mg. Switching to .4 mg Dut and oral 1.25 mg min
User shared 1-year progress on Fin 1 mg, switching to 0.4 mg Dut and oral 1.25 mg Min. Good results with Fin, biotin supplement, and biotin shampoo; trying Dut and oral Min for potential better results.
community Finasteride user thinking of going on Minoxidil: custom version vs. generic?
A man in his 50s, who has been on Finasteride for 15 years, is considering adding a custom topical Minoxidil blend to his treatment due to recent hairline recession. He questions whether the custom blend is more effective than generic Minoxidil, expresses concerns about shedding and body hair growth, and seeks advice on application timing with styling products and whether to pursue other treatments like PRP or laser.
community how important is microneedling?
User takes topical finasteride/minoxidil with little results, asks if microneedling helps for temple regions and if 0.5mm is enough. Replies suggest microneedling is effective and 0.5mm works, sharing personal regimens.
community Sweet Lord my DHT itch is finally gone
Hair loss itch stopped by adding RU58841 to treatment. Topical Finasteride and Pyrilutamide also mentioned as potential itch solutions.
community Pyrilutamide is working but not strong enough, how long should i wait for noticeable results?
User discusses Pyrilutamide's effectiveness for hair loss, needing more time for results. Others suggest waiting 6-12 months and ask about side effects.
community [34m] I've got AMAZING results with a daily 1/4 of a Finasteride pill, nothing else. 6 months' progress.
User OmniStrife experienced amazing hair regrowth using 1/4 of a Finasteride pill daily for 6 months. Others discussed their results, availability of pills, and side effects.
community My story (22m, fin, min, niz, RU, dut –> part frontal hair system)
User "hairplsrn" shares their hair loss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hair loss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
community 6 months update: Dut 3x/week / oral min / dut+prp mesotherapy
User shared 6-month hair loss treatment update with Dut 3x/week, oral min, and dut+prp mesotherapy. Experienced positive results, no side effects, and recommends the regimen.
community 2Month – Fin, min, microneedling
User reports 2-month progress using Fin, Min, and microneedling for hair regrowth. Mixed opinions on results, some skeptical of fast growth, others encouraging and recommending Fin for stable results.
community “You can’t regrow hair that’s gone.” HMB
User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.
community 3 Months – Fin/Min Micro dosing, micro needling and massaging
User reports hair loss improvement with twice-weekly 0.25mg Fin, twice-weekly Min, weekly 0.5mm microneedling, and daily massages. Unconventional regimen contradicts typical advice but may reduce side effects.
community 15ish months results. Fin plus Min
CraigMeyerShirtPants used oral finasteride for 15 months and topical minoxidil for 6 months, seeing significant hair growth after cutting hair 4 months ago. Users congratulated and asked about age, brand, and side effects.
community Insane MTF recovery 18 months blocking androgens
Hair loss recovery using estrogen and anti-androgen treatment for 18 months showed significant improvement. However, results vary and alternative treatments like RU58841 and Dutasteride may work without systemic feminization.
community After one year and 3 month on Min, Fin, and needling I think I’m giving up.
User frustrated with lack of improvement after 1 year and 3 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hair loss. Replies suggest considering oral Minoxidil, switching to Dutasteride, and potential hair transplant.
community Shrooms have done more for my hair loss than all of my hair supplements/medications combined.
Finding acceptance of hair loss through psychedelics, and the potential benefits of shrooms. Discussions include sharing experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, nutrafol, laser therapy, micro needling, as well as mental health concerns such as depression, suicidal thoughts, and self-esteem.
community 5 month progress finasteride 1mg
A user's 5-month progress with Finasteride 1mg for hair loss, which is showing promising results; other users have suggested adding additional treatments such as Minoxidil and Derma Rolling to further boost regrowth.
community 10 weeks on pyrilutamide Update
How combining minoxidil, finasteride and pyrilutamide has helped the user with hair loss. The user also acknowledges that it takes time to see any results and that minoxidil is necessary for stimulating new hair growth.
community 27 M, Day 1. Month 2. And now (3.5 months) yes hair is longer. . But the new density is real and such a confidence boost. All pics taken in my room under the same bright white light. 1mg Fin Daily. 2x topical min daily. Weekly/occasional micro needling, occasional pure rosemary oil scalp massage.
A 27 year old user's progress in treating their hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily, 2x topical minoxidil daily, micro needling and occasional rosemary oil scalp massage; other users have encouraged the poster based on their results and offered advice for further treatments.
community I have been gaining weight easily since taking Dutasteride.
A user's experience of gaining weight while taking Dutasteride, and suggestions on how to continue using it without the negative side effects, such as exercising and tracking calories or switching to Finasteride.
community Does CosmeRNA target the root cause of MPB?
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CumsOnYourFeet69 has been discussing a new treatment called CosmeRNA which claims to target the root cause of male pattern baldness, and is considering using it in conjunction with Minoxidil instead of Finasteride due to possible side effects. Replies have highlighted that the efficacy of this treatment is still unknown, but it could be used as an effective maintenance option if successful.