A user experiencing side effects from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical solution for hairloss reduced their dosage due to numbness and pain in the lower body and is seeking advice on dosage and alternatives like redensyl. They are concerned about the side effects of both medications and are considering adjusting the dose or switching treatments.
The user is considering switching to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil after being happy with their 4.5-month hairloss treatment progress using oral and topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling. They thanked the community for information on medications.
A 25-year-old male shared his 14-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, finasteride, and initially dermarolling, along with supplements like fish oil, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. He attributes his hairloss improvement mainly to the medications and noted minor side effects like lower libido and dark circles under the eyes.
A woman with androgenic alopecia has been using birth control, spironolactone, finasteride, and oral minoxidil for hairloss. She sought to change her medications to dutasteride and bicalutamide, but her new dermatologist refused to prescribe them for off-label use.
The user has been on finasteride for over four years without noticeable results and recently added dutasteride and RU58841, but continues to experience hairloss. They are considering stopping all medications due to lack of effectiveness and side effects like extremely dry eyes from dutasteride.
Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hairloss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.
The user is considering starting oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, dutasteride 0.5 mg, and topical minoxidil+finasteride for hairloss at Norwood 2. They are also asking if they can avoid some medications and about the effectiveness of PRP with the prescribed treatments.
The user, Salty-Peace-577, shared their 5-month update on using 0.5mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hairloss. They experienced significant hair growth, particularly in their eyebrows, and shared their regimen and tips for hair growth. Some users in the conversation also discussed the side effects they experienced with different dosages of the medications.
User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hairloss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.
The post and conversation are about hairloss treatments and tips for healthier hair, including using a dermaroller, taking vitamins (D, omega 3, zinc, magnesium), and using a silk pillowcase. The user also inquires about the effectiveness of aloe vera and oils for hair.
The individual is experiencing hairloss due to insulin resistance (IR) and is seeking advice. They are currently using a keto diet, supplements, exercise, and plan to add metformin to their regimen.
Hairloss and the various treatments available, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, dermarolling, RU58841, mesotherapy, Rogaine, and scalp massages. The discussion also includes regret for not starting treatment earlier and advice to start early in order to avoid further balding.
Hairloss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.
Treating hairloss with finasteride, dutasteride and minoxidil, as well as micro-needling, potentially using research chemicals such as Pyril and Senzu Beans.
The efficacy of various hairloss treatments, including Finasteride and Dutasteride, with personal anecdotal evidence about potential side effects. It also includes advice to get a male hormone blood panel done before starting treatment, and lifestyle changes to minimize side effects.
For hairloss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
The user has been using Finasteride for hairloss and is considering adding alphatradiol, stemoxydine, or 2% minoxidil to their regimen. They are concerned that stemoxydine, which shortens the resting phase of hair, might accelerate hairloss in those not using Finasteride by depleting hair cycles without strengthening miniaturized hairs.
A user experienced significant hairloss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hairloss.
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This conversation was about hairloss treatments, with suggestions ranging from topical minoxidil and coconut oil to finasteride and microneedling. Several users suggested shaving off the remaining hair as a last resort.
The user experienced worsening hairloss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Suggestions included reducing microneedling frequency, switching to oral minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering dutasteride.
A conversation about hairloss and the desire for treatments to reverse balding and grey hair. The conversation mentions the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) for hair growth and the potential for it to darken grey hair. Finasteride (Fin) is also mentioned as a treatment that turned someone's blonde hair brunette.
Hair cloning is discussed as a potential future solution for hairloss, but it's not expected to be available soon due to high costs and technical challenges. Current treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are not mentioned in this conversation.
The conversation discusses hairloss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, and advises patience as results can take up to a year. It also suggests delaying a hair transplant until after a year of medication to establish a stable baseline.
The user is experiencing aggressive hairloss and is using minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, and vitamin D. They are considering finasteride or dutasteride and plan to consult a dermatologist for the best treatment.
To minimize hairloss while using steroids, use finasteride or dutasteride and apply topical anti-androgens like RU58841. Avoid high doses of hair-toxic steroids; prefer testosterone, nandrolone, and boldenone.
A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hairloss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hairloss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hairloss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments, including Dutasteride, Oral Minoxidil and Finasteride; potential side effects; and the potential of using anti-androgens or microneedling.