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      community Have to stop min after 3 years, diagnosed with heart murmur

       5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user must stop minoxidil due to a heart murmur and is considering alternatives like nanoxidil or stemoxydine while continuing dutasteride. Suggestions include adding pyrilutamide and alfatradiol or switching to topical minoxidil at a lower concentration.

      community Finasteride with high estradiol levels

       7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old with high estradiol levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss. They have an upcoming endocrinologist appointment to discuss whether they should proceed with the treatment.

      community Quitting Alfatradiol after 4 months

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using Alfatradiol after 4 months due to no hair improvement and side effects like dry scalp and gallbladder pain. They are considering trying topilutamide, which is suggested as an alternative.

      community Dutasteride 0.05% topical vs Finasteride 0.1% topical foam

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses two hair loss treatments: Minoxidil 5% with Azelaic Acid 1.5% and Dutasteride 0.05% topical foam, and Finasteride 0.1% with Minoxidil 5% topical foam. Users express uncertainty about the effectiveness of topical Dutasteride, while topical Finasteride is generally considered effective.

      community Finasteride is a risk in pregnancy with unprotected sex

       118 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.

      community Minoxidil and Finastride topical solution 2 months update

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 34-year-old woman has been using a topical solution of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride since January 2026 to address hair thinning caused by PCOS and poor nutrition. She reports ongoing hair shedding but has improved her diet with whole foods and supplements.

      community IVF process on Finasteride and effects of stopping finasteride.

       138 upvotes 9 months ago
      Concerns about finasteride affecting sperm quality and embryo abnormalities during IVF. The user plans to stop finasteride for 6 months and use minoxidil, microneedling, a red light cap, and saw palmetto shampoo to manage hair loss.

      community Haircafe video on Min Sulfate, thoughts?

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is considered for those unresponsive to regular minoxidil, with some trying a 10% formulation from Folligenz. Concerns exist about the product's stability and transparency, but some users report positive initial results.

      community Oral finasterine oral minoxidil 4 months dose done.

      in Progress Pictures  206 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil, noting thicker hair and some baby hairs but slow temple recovery. Other users commented on the noticeable improvement and asked about dosage, side effects, and routine.

      community 8 month on fin and oral min (stopped topical min)

       105 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for 8 months, stopping topical minoxidil and dermastamping after 5 months due to exams, with no side effects reported. They are considering whether to restart topical minoxidil for additional regrowth.

      community Finastride only ! user for 4.5 years

      in Progress Pictures  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male has been using finasteride for 4.5 years to maintain hair and recently started taking dutasteride weekly due to increased hair shedding. He plans to gradually switch to dutasteride while monitoring side effects and hair changes.

      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

       3 upvotes 6 months ago
      Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.

      community Finasteride with an aromatase inhibitor

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing potential gynecomastia from finasteride use. The user considers using an aromatase inhibitor and plans to check hormone levels.

      community Bicalutamide and muscles growth

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.

      community Finasteride+ Minoxidil. 6 months.

      in Update  171 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil once a day for six months with positive results and no side effects. They emphasize the importance of continuing the medication to maintain hair regrowth and discuss the potential benefits and side effects of different dosages.

      community Creatine 5mg and oral finasteride

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      Taking creatine does not affect the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss. Users generally agree that creatine is safe to use alongside finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Bicalutamide vs Finasteride for female AGA plus TE

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      OP is considering Bicalutamide for female AGA and TE but is concerned about its side effects and effectiveness compared to Finasteride. OP is also using Minoxidil and Spironolactone but is experiencing significant shedding and is unsure if it's androgen-driven or due to Minoxidil changes.

      community minoxidil (15 months) and pyrilutamide (46 days) results.

       24 upvotes 2 years ago
      OP used minoxidil for 15 months and pyrilutamide for 46 days, achieving desired results without side effects. Users discussed alternatives like dutasteride and finasteride, with concerns about side effects like erectile dysfunction.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community Finally live! alcohol-free, propylene glycol–free topical finasteride foam

       17 upvotes 10 months ago
      A new alcohol-free, propylene glycol-free topical finasteride foam is available for prescription in Canada and the USA, offering a cleaner alternative for hair loss treatment. The product also offers a combination of 0.1% finasteride with 5% minoxidil and aims to be affordable and less irritating for sensitive scalps.

      community How to get rid of Estradiol Problems

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses managing estradiol problems during finasteride treatment. Suggestions include stopping finasteride every 3 months for 2-3 weeks or reducing the dosage.

      community 4 months Fin 0.3-0.5mg, 5% foam min, dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 36-year-old started using finasteride (0.3-0.5mg daily), 5% minoxidil foam, and weekly dermarolling/dermapen treatments to address hair loss. They also began taking supplements for low ferritin and vitamin D, hoping to improve hair thickness and cover a bald spot.

      community Amplifica: Hope or Cope? A Review of Their Pipeline

       9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Amplifica's AMP-303 showed a modest increase in hair growth, but results were inconsistent and potentially misleading. Hyaluronic acid and osteopontin are being explored for hair growth, with varying effects on different hair types and conditions.