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      community On dutasteride, looking for alternatives to minoxidil

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user stopped using topical minoxidil due to side effects and is now on dutasteride, seeking alternatives to minoxidil. Suggestions include oral minoxidil, foam minoxidil, KOSHINÉ, PRFM, and ketoconazole shampoo for dandruff.

      community 0.5 dutasteride + oral minox 2.5mg every day

       28 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user switched from topical minoxidil and finasteride to oral minoxidil and dutasteride, noticing hair regrowth and reduced hair loss after 75 days. They experienced slight body hair increase and initial pulse elevation, but no significant side effects.

      community It's probably RU58841, which is weak in adenosine.

       16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using adenosine, finasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user ordered a 0.75% adenosine solution and is currently using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5%.

      community Oral minoxidil — is it actually worth it?

      in Minoxidil  42 upvotes 8 months ago
      Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like increased heart rate and edema. Finasteride is recommended, with dutasteride as an alternative if needed.

      community 4 months on 2.5mg Dut + 5mg oral minox daily

       122 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 2.5mg daily of Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil, noting significant progress without major side effects. The user experienced an initial hair shed with Dutasteride, which stopped after starting Minoxidil, and recommends consulting a doctor before adjusting dosages.

      community What is worth dissolving in topical minoxidil solution?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.

      community Pills for life Dutasteride 2.5mg+5mg oral Minoxidil 🤑

      in Satire  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and other medications for hair loss, with the user expressing satisfaction despite potential side effects. The user prefers these treatments to maintain a youthful hairline, despite others suggesting alternative methods.

      community Serious Oral Minoxidil Side Effects

       30 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including heart-related symptoms, after increasing their oral minoxidil dosage to 5 mg, leading them to stop the medication and seek medical advice. Many users advised against high doses of oral minoxidil, suggesting anxiety as a possible cause, and recommended consulting a doctor or switching to topical treatments.

      community Has anyone tried Duodart (dutastride + tamsulosin)

       1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Duodart (dutasteride + tamsulosin) for hair loss, with side effects like frequent urination and ejaculation issues leading to discontinuation. The user switched to German Avodart and experienced mood and erection side effects, considering adjusting the dosage to three times a week.

      community Oral DUT 0.5/ Oral MIN 5mg daily + occ MN

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair recovery using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg daily, considering increasing dutasteride dosage but concerned about cost and effectiveness. They noted progress and discussed alternatives like hair transplants and other medications.

      community Minoxidil alternate approaches

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including the use of 2.5mg Dutasteride, 1mg Finasteride, and Minoxidil 5%, with concerns about side effects like water retention and facial changes. The user is considering alternative Minoxidil applications, such as microneedling and sublingual Minoxidil, to minimize side effects.

      community 8 months 5mg oral minoxidil. 0.5mg dut. 1.5mm dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old is using 5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and a 1.5mm dermastamp for hair loss, experiencing good results but feeling more sleepy. There is debate about the appropriate dermastamp size, with some suggesting 0.5mm is safer to avoid fibrosis.

      community Dutas and Minox results - mixed feelings

       240 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair growth using oral dutasteride and minoxidil but developed severe erectile dysfunction, likely exacerbated by obesity and diabetes. They plan to lose weight and possibly adjust medication to alleviate side effects.

      community Can I cut back on my Minoxidil dose?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      OP is experiencing severe side effects from daily Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Biotin use and is considering reducing Minoxidil to once or twice a week. A response advised seeing a doctor due to heart-related issues.

      community 3 months with .5 dut and 5mg minox (both oral)

       28 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared progress pictures after using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil for three months, showing improved temple hair. Others discussed their own experiences with similar treatments and dosage adjustments.

      community Generic Minoxidil 2.5mg and Dutasteride 0.5mg tablet response

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using Lonitab 2.5mg and Duman 0.5mg for hair loss and considering switching to Dava India's minoxidil and dutasteride tablets. Users suggest sticking with reputable brands like Cipla and Dr. Reddy's, and mention that Dava is trustworthy.

      community Oral Minoxidil Secret Very important

      in Minoxidil  237 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like shortness of breath and constipation, which may be reduced by taking it in the morning. Some users experience no side effects, while others switch to topical treatments or adjust their dosage and timing to manage symptoms.

      community Frènch Phàrmàcie gave me 10,000x the d0sage

      1 year ago
      A pharmacy error resulted in a finasteride solution being 100 times stronger than prescribed, not 10,000 times as initially feared. OP is advised to contact the pharmacy to clarify the preparation before traveling.

      community 2 years of dut (12 months 1.5mg/day + 12 months 1mg/day)

       1592 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 26-year-old used high-dose dutasteride monotherapy for two years, reporting significant hair regrowth without side effects. The user avoided combining it with minoxidil due to cardiac risk concerns.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community The Biggest Concern That I Have For Oral Minoxidil: Cardiac Hypertrophy

       26 upvotes 3 years ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause serious heart issues like cardiac hypertrophy and arrhythmias, prompting some users to reduce dosage or switch to topical treatments. Despite significant hair regrowth, side effects such as shortness of breath and chest pains are common concerns.

      community 6 months Minodixil 5mg/Dutasteride 0.5mg

       111 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old uses oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and a shampoo with minoxidil and ketoconazole for hair loss, experiencing progress and increased body hair. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments, with some suggesting that dutasteride is primarily responsible for hair thickening.

      community Oral minoxidil - how important is dermastamping?

      10 months ago
      A trans woman is using 10 mg oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and estradiol for hair regrowth and is also doing dermastamping despite the pain. Users discuss the benefits of dermastamping for serum absorption and hair follicle stimulation, with some expressing surprise at the high minoxidil dosage.