community Is it worth getting on oral minoxidil?
Evaluating the effectiveness of taking oral minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, in comparison to finasteride and topical minoxidil; discussing potential side effects of using oral minoxidil.
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240-270 / 1000+ resultscommunity ~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 PROGRESS! 4 months on fin, 6 months on min
The user reported hair regrowth after using 1 mg finasteride daily for 4 months, foam minoxidil twice daily for 6 months, and 5000 mcg biotin daily for 4 months. Commenters are impressed with the results and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing the progress.
community 28M, For the past 8 months on 1.25mg of fin
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using 1.25mg of finasteride daily, without minoxidil or micro needling. He also took vitamin D3, K2, magnesium, and a B100 complex, reporting increased libido as a side effect.
community PCOS female who posted before; saw Endo today. prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.
community Lil 4 month progress just on fin/min. Nothing special but realistic. I Like looking at my dead face when I was at my worst compared to now, gym helps yall
Slow_Class_4465's progress using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, which has resulted in drastic improvement. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatments, including possible side effects.
community personal progress (~8-9months) with fin(1.25mg)/min/needling/niz
A user's personal hair loss progress with treatments, including finasteride (1.25mg), minoxidil, needling, and Nizoral; and advice from other users on how to perform the needling correctly.
community 6 month update – topical fin min, dermaroll, ketokonazole – specifics in prior posts
A user's six-month update on their hair loss treatment plan, which includes topical finasteride and minoxidil, dermarolling, and ketokonazole. Replies to the post appreciate the comparison pictures and commend the results achieved from the treatments.
community Anything stronger than DUT out there?
The conversation discusses seeking a stronger treatment than Dutasteride (DUT) for hair loss. Suggestions include combining DUT with RU58841, increasing DUT dosage, and using transgender hormone replacement therapy or testosterone blockers, though some options may have feminizing side effects.
community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)
The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.
community Considering adding oral min. I’ve been on fin for 8 years. First picture is from when I was 20, second 30. The rest are now. I’m 32
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hair loss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.
community How insane is this oral min shed?
A user started taking 0.625mg oral minoxidil daily for hair loss, increased the dose to 1.25mg, and experienced a significant shed, losing 70% of scalp density. They cannot tolerate finasteride due to side effects but are hopeful for hair regrowth despite the shedding.
community Some Motivation for You All | Fin + Min Daily since early 2022
The post is about a user's successful hair regrowth over a year using daily finasteride and minoxidil. The user initially applied minoxidil twice daily, then reduced to a few times a week, and took oral finasteride every morning without side effects.
community 9 Month Update - Minoxidil and Finasteride
9-month progress using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss. Users discuss treatments, vitamins, and microneedling.
community 5 months of nuking T, 2 months of minoxidil
The user transitioned from finasteride to Cyproterone and started using Minoxidil, resulting in healthier hair and regrowth. They plan to wean off Minoxidil in a year, depending on regrowth.
community There’s hope – here’s my before and after over 7 years of treatment
A user who has seen positive results after 7 years of treating their hair loss with Rogaine, Nizoral Shampoo, and finasteride. Other users have also shared advice about micro-needling in combination with minoxidil.
community 5 Month Progress. Fin/Min/Niz/Derm
User "yungnickyyp" shares 5-month progress using Fin/Min/Niz/Derm for hair loss. Others express jealousy and amazement at the significant hair regrowth.
community 3 months on 1 mg of finasteride
User shares 3-month progress on 1 mg finasteride daily, experiencing increased appetite as a side effect. They also use microneedling, topical minoxidil, and mielle rosemary mint scalp and hair strengthening oil.
community Another Creatine + Finasteride Experiment With Bloodwork
Experimenting with the effects of creatine and finasteride on DHT levels, as well as a discussion regarding the potential link between creatine supplementation and hair loss.
community Possible topical option for preventing BDNF-related hair loss
The conversation discusses hair loss linked to BDNF-increasing nootropics like Semax and Lions Mane. Suggested topical treatments include capsaicin, beta-glucan, and ginseng to counteract TGF-B activation.
community Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)
A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.
community PCOS hair loss - 6 months of topical minoxidil and dermarolling 0.5mm once a week (as well as biotin gummies)
A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in PCOS-related hair loss after six months of using topical minoxidil, dermarolling 0.5mm weekly, and taking biotin gummies. They expressed happiness about the appearance of new baby hairs.
community What are some other causes of hair loss?
The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
community Akkermansia improves testosterone-induced hair growth inhibition.
Akkermansia bacteria can improve hair growth inhibited by testosterone, and metformin may increase Akkermansia, which could help with hair loss related to aging, insulin resistance, and inflammation.
community Best Video About Shedding on Fin/Dut
The conversation discusses a video about hair shedding related to finasteride and dutasteride, with some users debating the credibility of non-professional sources. The video is praised for compiling work by doctors and researchers, despite some users preferring content from licensed medical professionals.
community I solved my scalp inflammation
A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.
community Is this retrograde alopecia ??
The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.
community 4 months of topical minoxidil with derma rolling starting at month 2 - my review / experience
The user has been using topical minoxidil and dermarolling for hair regrowth but is hesitant to start finasteride due to potential side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride for better results in addressing DHT-related hair loss.
community Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/scalp DHT included for all doses)
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
community Carnitine Tartrate + Potassium chloride + Niacin
The post discusses using Carnitine Tartrate, Potassium Chloride, and Niacin to reduce hair shedding, with the user experiencing significant improvement. The user also suggests considering a ketogenic/paleo diet for those with insulin resistance-related hair loss.