Hair loss treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling. Users advise patience, noting initial shedding is common and treatments take time to show results.
User is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. Other users recommend dutasteride for its effectiveness and suggest adding pyrilutamide.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and iron supplements for hair loss. Opinions vary on the effectiveness, with suggestions to shave the head for better comparison and consider switching to dutasteride or adding dermastamping.
The conversation is about a user's progress in hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil for 9 months, followed by dutasteride and minoxidil for 4 months, and recently adding RU58841. The user reports no side effects and anticipates further improvement.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, and reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects. The user experienced a shedding phase lasting a bit over a month after switching to dutasteride.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, for a 21-year-old FTM individual concerned about hairline recession. Users suggest finasteride and possibly topical minoxidil, while noting potential side effects like menstrual cycle return and brain fog.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo. The progress was noted as impressive, with some users questioning the authenticity of the results.
The user has been using 0.5mg Dutasteride daily and topical Minoxidil but is experiencing worsening hair density and is considering switching to Finasteride, increasing the Dutasteride dose, or adding RU58841. They are also considering microneedling and have concerns about the effectiveness of generic Dutasteride compared to branded versions.
The user experienced hair regrowth with dutasteride but later lost progress despite using minoxidil foam and dermastamping. Suggestions included reducing dermastamping frequency, conducting blood tests, and considering oral minoxidil or different brands of dutasteride.
Users discussed using 0.5mg finasteride daily for hair loss, with some reporting reduced hair fall and regrowth, particularly in the crown area. One user noted significant improvement after eight months of use.
Users discuss switching from dutasteride to finasteride due to negative effects on hair, with some experiencing improvements after the switch. Minoxidil is also mentioned as part of the treatment.
After switching from finasteride to 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, the user experienced thinner hair but no shedding. They are considering continuing dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil, while also dealing with allergy-like symptoms possibly unrelated to the medication.
An 18-year-old using finasteride and minoxidil is concerned about whether finasteride affects facial structure development. A response suggests low DHT levels likely don't impact face structure unless testosterone levels are affected.
The user reports significant hair regrowth after 200 days using dutasteride and minoxidil, attributing changes to hair dye. Others doubt the authenticity and discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects.
RU58841 is being discussed as a hair loss treatment without using finasteride or dutasteride. Users are sharing their experiences and success with RU58841 alone.
The user experienced hair regrowth using 1 mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil for 4 months, then switched to 0.5 mg dutasteride, 1.5 mg minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for 8 months. They noticed significant improvement after switching to dutasteride.
Finasteride may affect blood sugar and metabolism, with some users reporting increased blood sugar and changes in body composition. To manage potential side effects, users suggest exercise, intermittent fasting, and dietary adjustments.
The conversation discusses using shou wu chih or fo-ti/he shou wu for hair loss, with OP noticing stiffer beard and body hair. A user warns about potential liver damage from fo-ti and questions the effectiveness of alternative medicine.
Some users switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects or reduced effectiveness, while others experienced worsened hair loss after switching. Concerns about cost and long-term health effects of dutasteride were also discussed.
A user reported significant hair regrowth after 3 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 1ml 5% topical minoxidil, and microneedling, along with biotin, vitamin D, iron, and zinc supplements. They are optimistic about continued progress despite initial skepticism.
A user shared progress pictures after nearly four months on finasteride, reporting halted shedding and improved hair density. They incorporated a scalp scrubber and Nizoral into their routine, with others sharing similar experiences and encouragement.
PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.
A 28-year-old has been using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg, topical minoxidil 5%, and Cafune shampoo for 104 days with positive results and is considering adding microneedling. No side effects from dutasteride have been reported.
The user experienced hair regrowth using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, noting thicker and darker hair with some shedding. They plan to reduce minoxidil dosage due to side effects and are hopeful for further improvements with continued dutasteride use.
A 33-year-old user is seeking advice on adjusting their hair loss treatment, which includes daily finasteride, oral minoxidil, and various supplements. They are considering switching to alternate-day dosing of finasteride or dutasteride and are concerned about potential shedding and effectiveness.
A user is considering finasteride for hair loss and is concerned about its effects on DHT levels and potential side effects, including those from creatine. The user seeks advice on finasteride's impact on hair and body hair, given their high DHT and testosterone levels.
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using 2% ketoconazole shampoo, Minoxidil, and Finasteride. They are considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride, but others suggest waiting due to a possible shedding phase.
The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.