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      community 4 months fin and 2 months minoxidil update

      in Is this regrowth?  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding but is now seeing regrowth after 4 months on finasteride and 2 months on minoxidil, with no major side effects. They use 1 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and derm stamping weekly.

      community Been diagnosed with telogen effluvium and MPB

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.

      community After praising finasteride on this sub for a while I realised it gave me Brain Fog. I think its related to inhibiting GABA and interferring with mirtazapine (an antidepressant).

       9 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride caused brain fog and reduced the effectiveness of mirtazapine for the user, leading them to stop finasteride and notice improvements in motivation and focus. The user suggests that finasteride might be incompatible with mirtazapine for some people and recommends mirtazapine for those experiencing mental fog from finasteride.

      community 100 days on fin+min+dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 100 days of using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping, with oral minoxidil added two weeks ago, reporting no side effects. Some users praised the results, while others questioned the effectiveness of dermastamping and the visibility of hair growth.

      community 1.25mg Finasteride (6times a week)

       3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 25-year-old is using 1.25mg finasteride six times a week and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair loss. They are experiencing reduced libido and erectile issues, possibly due to stress, and are questioning if the finasteride dosage is affecting DHT suppression.

      community Time for that update again. After 4mos of fin/min/microneedling

      in Update  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is updating on their hair loss treatment progress after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil spray, and weekly 1mm dermarolling. The crown area is slowly improving, with a smaller bald spot radius compared to the previous month.

      community 3 Month Mark Update, Fin 1mg/Min 2ml ED

       57 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 22-year-old resumed hair loss treatment with 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil twice daily, occasional Nizoral, and derma rolling, seeing progress in crown density but still thin in the frontal area. The user regrets stopping treatment previously and plans to continue, noting a temporary libido drop but no major side effects.

      community Minoxidil + Tretinoin + Fexofenadine?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Fexofenadine for hair loss. Some users doubt its effectiveness, noting Fexofenadine's unproven results for androgenetic alopecia.

      community 3 months finasteride progress (+ topical minoxidil)

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 3 months of using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting good results but experiencing gyno, which led to switching to dutasteride. They hope to manage hair loss and side effects while adjusting treatment frequency for cost reasons.

      community Anyone experimenting with Melatonin?

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Melatonin is being explored as a hair loss treatment, with one user mixing it into minoxidil but not seeing results. The conversation discusses experimenting with melatonin concentrations.

      community 4 years ago (top) vs today (bottom) 1mg Finasteride daily

       95 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-year progress using 1mg daily finasteride for hair loss, noting significant improvement without side effects. They did not use minoxidil tablets due to availability issues but are satisfied with their results.

      community Don’t Call it a COMEBACK: 3 Months on Meds

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared impressive hair regrowth progress after 3 months using topical finasteride and minoxidil, noting initial libido reduction that normalized. Other users discussed lighting differences in photos, shared personal experiences, and emphasized the importance of consistency for continued results.

      community about 4 months of progress topical fin and min

       1607 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with weekly dermarolling, without any side effects. Consistency and a positive mindset were emphasized as key factors in their progress.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community [28yo] 5 months treatment. Oral fin , trop Minox and derma pen

      in Minoxidil  24 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 28-year-old user shared their positive experience with hair loss treatment using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil nightly, and weekly dermapen sessions. They reported increased confidence despite minor side effects like dandruff and gray hair.

      community 4 months progress at oral fin and oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin E.

      community Combining topical and oral finasteride, anyone else doing this ?

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is combining topical finasteride with minoxidil and considering adding oral finasteride to their routine. Others share their experiences with similar treatments, including oral dutasteride and minoxidil, and discuss cost and dosage concerns.

      community 3 months oral finasteride and topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their experience using 5% topical Minoxidil for 18 months and recently added 1 mg oral Finasteride daily, noting minimal results so far but expecting improvement. They mentioned challenges with application consistency and technique, and are hopeful for increased hair density.

      community 6 Months on 1mg Finasteride w/ Pictures

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride daily for six months, experiencing reduced shedding and itchiness but some frontal thinning. They are considering adding Minoxidil and have started dermarolling to enhance results.