The user "StrummerBummer" has been taking finasteride for 25 years without sideeffects, but is now switching to dutasteride. Other users congratulate and support the decision.
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.
A user shared their 2-year progress using finasteride every other day with no sideeffects. Others discussed their experiences, shedding cycles, and patience with the treatment.
Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential sideeffects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.
A user switched from RU58841 to Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment after experiencing sideeffects and continued hair shedding with RU. They are now losing hair faster with Pyrilutamide and questioning if they should revert to RU58841.
The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing sideeffects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent sideeffects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential sideeffects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential sideeffects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.
User shared 3.5 months progress on oral finasteride 1.25mg daily with no sideeffects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and shared their experiences.
Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic sideeffects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and sideeffects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.
A 23-year-old started using 1mg Finasteride and Minoxidil twice daily on September 14 and saw positive results without sideeffects, boosting confidence and gym performance. They asked if switching from generic Finasteride to Propecia-brand would cause any changes.
A 21-year-old shares progress 1.5 months after starting finasteride (0.5 mg every other day) with no sideeffects, using minoxidil for beard growth, rosemary oil, and weekly microneedling. They report healthier hair texture and positive feedback from family.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential sideeffects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that sideeffects are rare.
The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for three months with visible hair thickening and no sideeffects. Another user mentioned experiencing watery semen and headaches with finasteride, and plans to add derma rolling and oils to their routine.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and sideeffects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report sideeffects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.
A user shared their positive experience with 1mg Finasteride for hair loss, seeing significant improvement in 3 months with no sideeffects. They expressed gratitude to the community and noted increased confidence.
A 26-year-old male started minoxidil treatment for male-pattern baldness and saw significant regrowth in three months. He is considering finasteride but is hesitant due to potential sideeffects.
Dutasteride is recommended over finasteride for severe hair loss, despite potential sideeffects. The original poster has been using various treatments for four months and is considering adding copper tripeptide-1.
A user shared their 9-month progress using oral 1 mg finasteride and oral 5 mg minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and no lasting sideeffects. Other users praised the results and inquired about the treatment details.
A 21-year-old male is starting treatment for hair loss with 1mg Finasteride daily and 5% Minoxidil foam twice a day, along with other hair care products and supplements. He plans to document his progress monthly and is concerned about potential sideeffects from Finasteride.
Topical dutasteride with microneedling and mesotherapy dutasteride injections are effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women. These methods offer promising alternatives to oral therapies with potentially fewer systemic sideeffects.
Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hair loss is discussed, noting its potential to lower scalp DHT without sideeffects. Concerns include the inconvenience of injections, lack of reputable studies, and availability issues.
User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent sideeffects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, sideeffects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no sideeffects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of oral minoxidil versus topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting oral minoxidil might be more effective for non-responders to topical treatments. Concerns about sideeffects and the role of enzymes in activating minoxidil are also mentioned.
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer sideeffects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant sideeffects.
OP used finasteride 1mg and 2.5mg oral minoxidil since late April, showing hair improvement despite some initial libido issues. Users discussed sideeffects, costs, and alternative treatments, with OP noting increased facial hair but no significant body hair growth.
A user shared their 1.5-year experience using 0.25mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting significant hair quality improvements and reduced scalp itch but mild erectile dysfunction. They managed sideeffects with daily 2.5mg Cialis and 5mg citrulline and plan to continue this routine.
The user reported significant hair regrowth after 2.5 months using 5% minoxidil, later switching to 10% minoxidil, finasteride, and oral minoxidil. The combination of topical and oral treatments showed impressive progress with minimal sideeffects.
The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other sideeffects.