The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.
A 17-year-old is using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth. The effectiveness of these treatments is discussed, with some users noting progress and others suggesting more time is needed for significant results.
The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, Finasteride tablets, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported significant improvement, advised consistency, and addressed questions about side effects and application methods.
A user shared their 4-month hair restoration progress using minoxidil with finasteride, oral finasteride, and micro needling. The community responded positively, praising the results and the user's happy demeanor in photos.
User is pleased with hair growth results after nearly a year of using Minoxidil and finasteride, despite experiencing shedding phases. They noticed thicker hair regrowth and saw visible improvement around the 4th or 5th month.
A user shared their 3-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermaroller, coconutoil, and rosemary oil for hair loss. They reported improvements in their hairline and crown.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
A user shared their one-year progress using finasteride, minoxidil, derma roller, ketosol shampoo, omega 3, biotin, daily exercise, and a positive outlook. They also discussed their exercise routine and addressed a question about finasteride side effects.
The post and conversation discuss a user's 6-month update on using oral minoxidil for hair loss, with humorous and satirical replies. Some comments suggest discontinuing due to side effects.
An 18-year-old using Minoxidil 2% for hair loss is considering adding dermarolling to their routine. Replies suggest adding finasteride, using a dermastamp, and microneedling, with positive experiences shared.
User has been using minoxidil 6%, finasteride 0.3%, tretinoin 0.025%, and microneedling twice a week for 2.5 months. They are considering switching to oral treatments.
A user is experiencing genetic hair loss and is using spironolactone and minoxidil without success. They are considering switching to vegan protein powder due to digestive issues and are concerned if it will worsen hair loss.
A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over 7 years, switched to dutasteride 3 years ago, and is satisfied with the results. They experienced no noticeable side effects and use minoxidil on their hairline and temples.
A user shared their 10.5-month progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, a derma roller, biotin, and Omega 3, despite losing over 150 hairs daily. They also mentioned starting "bald showers" after leg workouts for the last two months.
Finasteride stopped working for a user after 3 years, and they are considering switching to dutasteride. Other users suggest trying dutasteride, with some sharing positive experiences and additional treatments like minoxidil and RU58841.
A user shared their hair loss transformation using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and DermaStamp, showing significant improvement over time. They noted quitting DermaStamp due to laziness and attributed past poor results to heavy smoking.
A user shared their success with minoxidil for hair loss, using 5% liquid Kirkland twice daily and dermarolling monthly, and plans to add finasteride. They saw significant progress after three months and regained confidence.
The user experienced severe scalp itching and hair loss while on dutasteride, which they linked to caffeine and masturbation. They plan to cut out both to see if their hair density improves.
User reports using 1.25 mg oral finasteride each morning and 0.75 ml minoxidil topical spray twice a day, along with vitamin D pills. Another user comments on the positive results and asks when finasteride stabilized shedding.
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW6 diffuse to NW1 after 5 months of finasteride and 2 months of dutasteride. Another user asked if these treatments affected beard or body hair thickness.
User shared progress pictures showing significant hair improvement after 6 months of Minoxidil and 3 months of Finasteride, along with dermastamping twice a week. Another user encouraged them to continue the good work.
The post discusses one year of using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss. The user shares progress pictures showing positive results.
A user shared their experience with finasteride, noting improved hair thickness but reduced libido and erection issues. They stopped finasteride, saw a return of libido but also rapid hair loss, and are now considering using Cialis to manage sexual side effects while on finasteride.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, noting improvement after switching from minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride. They observed new hair growth and reduced scalp inflammation, expressing hope for further progress.
A 22-year-old shared a 3-month update on using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. Users discussed dosages, previous use of topical treatments, and the importance of finasteride.
A user shared their one-year progress on dutasteride, noting fuller hair but persistent thinning at the crown. They sought advice on whether to resume minoxidil and in which form, while others inquired about their choice of dutasteride and its effects.
Finasteride is not a miracle drug; results vary widely, with only 2/5 getting good results. Combining treatments like minoxidil and finasteride may help, but expectations should remain low.