community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use
Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
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900-930 / 1000+ resultscommunity Treatments to maintain alternative to finasteride/dutasteride
A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.
community According to one study, topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for both men women.
Topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for treating hair loss in both men and women. Oral spironolactone can affect testosterone, but the topical form doesn't impact the endocrine system.
community 19 year old male and Finasteride
A 19-year-old male with hair loss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.
community 30 years old - 1 mg finasteride/day, minoxidil 2x a day, Nizoral shampoo and derma roller 2x a week, and conditioner everyday. 7 month progress.
30-year-old uses 1 mg finasteride daily, minoxidil 2x a day, Nizoral shampoo, derma roller 2x a week, and conditioner for 7-month progress. Significant improvement seen after 5 months, with no side effects.
community Dont fucking wait to start finasteride!
User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.
community My 7 year journey with Finasteride (Minoxidil joins the game!)
A seven-year journey with Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. The post includes progress pictures showing the effects of the treatments, which have led to impressive results.
community Hey guys I’m a Compounding Pharmacist specialized in Hair-loss who makes Topical Finasteride Foam +/- minoxidil
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hair loss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.
community I've been using Topical Finasteride for a few months[UPDATE]
Graduate08 has been using topical finasteride since August 2020 to treat hair loss, initially every other day and now daily, with no significant side effects and some reduction in hair fall. They plan to continue this treatment and may add minoxidil if their condition worsens.
community Saw palmetto sides are the same as finasteride? Im going to lose my time and money with "natural drugs"?
A 25-year-old is considering using saw palmetto for hair loss due to fear of finasteride side effects but is concerned about its effectiveness and cost compared to finasteride. They are seeking advice on whether saw palmetto has similar side effects to finasteride and if it's truly effective or just a placebo.
community Botox is as effective as Finasteride in treating hairloss, study finds
Botox is found to be as effective as finasteride in treating hair loss. Users discuss combining treatments like botox, minoxidil, and massages for better results.
community It took 8 months on finasteride before I saw any progress. Progress pictures, advice, and my routine are listed below.
A user shared their hair loss journey, seeing significant improvement after 8 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and supplements. They went from NW 3 to NW 1.5 and emphasized better sleep.
community 3 years of 1 mg of Finasteride daily
A user who was able to regrow hair loss with 1mg of finasteride daily over 3 years, the effectiveness of finasteride for different races, and potential side effects associated with taking finasteride.
community ~5 months topical minoxidil + oral finasteride results (swipe images). Slacked with minoxidil this past month, trying to wean off anyways. My last update because I’m hopping off fin and switching to RU in a few weeks (nothing to do with fin efficacy, just experimenting).
The user experienced significant hair thickening after using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for about 5 months and is considering switching from finasteride to RU58841. Other users encourage the original poster to continue the current treatment due to the positive results.
community New company bringing Minoxidil + Finasteride + Bimatoprost topical to market
A new company is introducing a topical treatment combining Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Bimatoprost for hair loss. Users are also inquiring about updates on a minoxidil-enhancing shampoo from Applied Biology.
community Absolute nightmare from a week of finasteride.
A user experienced severe side effects, including erectile dysfunction and testicular pain, after taking finasteride for hair loss. They recommend sticking to minoxidil and biotin and avoiding finasteride due to potential risks.
community Has anyone successfully tapered off finasteride?
A user is considering tapering off finasteride due to concerns about long-term side effects and cost, and is exploring alternatives like zinc and saw palmetto. Their current regimen includes finasteride, Adderall, zinc, bupropion, fish oil, baby aspirin, Rogaine foam, and ketoconazole shampoo.
community 1 Year Progress: Rogaine + Finasteride
A user shared their one-year progress using Rogaine (Minoxidil) and Finasteride for hair loss, noting some regrowth and a reduction in hair loss progression. They apply Rogaine twice daily, take a quarter tablet of Finasteride nightly, occasionally use Ketoconazole shampoo, and have not experienced severe side effects.
community My story/timeline/positive experience with Finasteride
A 26-year-old male experienced positive results using 1mg Finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with reduced shedding and scalp itch. He reported no significant side effects and recommends early treatment for those in the initial stages of hair loss.
community [24 M] Update of 13 Months of 1mg Oral Finasteride and 5mg Oral Minoxidil
A 24-year-old shared his 13-month experience using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, along with topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair regrowth with impressive results and no significant side effects. He advises consulting a dermatologist before starting a similar routine.
community 6 Months on Minoxidil, 3.5 months on Finasteride.
The user experienced significant hair improvement using topical Minoxidil and oral Finasteride, despite an initial shedding phase. They prefer oral Finasteride for convenience and are considering oral Minoxidil, while others in the conversation discuss potential side effects and personal experiences with these treatments.
community 23 years old, finasteride, dustasteride and minoxidil, what do I do wrong?
A 23-year-old is struggling with hair loss despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, and is considering increasing the dutasteride dosage. They are advised to try ketoconazole or salicylic acid shampoo for an oily scalp and consider microneedling.
community me looking at all the hyper responder posts while I'm still losing ground 2 years on finasteride
People are frustrated with hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with mixed results and side effects. Some users suggest trying different combinations or doses, while others express disappointment and hope for a cure.
community Before & after for 3 months of minoxidil & 6 months of finasteride/minoxodil/tretinoin
A 36-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin with minimal side effects. He plans to continue the treatment, hoping for more targeted solutions in the future.
community 60 days on topical minoxidil 5% + 0.1% finasteride.
The user is happy with hair regrowth after 60 days using topical minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%, along with a dermaroller. They report no significant side effects and plan to continue treatment for a year.
community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride
The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.
community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)
There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.
community 3 Months of 2.5 minoxidil + 1mg finasteride
User reports hair improvement after 3 months using 2.5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, weekly Nizoral, bi-weekly microneedling, and nightly rosemary oil. Shedding has decreased, and no significant side effects were noted.
community One year birthday. Finasteride and minoxidil and derma roller, ketosol shampoo, omega 3, biotin, exercise every day. and joy of life.
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.
community Been using minoxidil 6%, finasteride 0.3%, and tretinoin 0.025% for about 2 and a half months and micro needling 2 times a week
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.