User shared their four-month hair regrowth journey using minoxidil twice daily and low-dose finasteride. They reported noticeable improvement, mild scalp itchiness, and advised caution with hair bleaching.
User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with side effects.
A 30-year-old man has been using Minoxidil for years with limited success and recently started Finasteride, experiencing minor side effects but hoping for regrowth. Other users suggest not overthinking, considering a buzz cut, and being patient for results.
Obscure hair loss topicals like Alfatradiol, Fluridil, and Stemoxydine are discussed. They may be considered for those not responding well to common treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
OP has been using oral minoxidil (5mg) and oral dutasteride (0.5mg) but sees little progress and is unsure if they should continue. Other users suggest being consistent, giving it more time, and addressing scalp inflammation.
A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
Long-term finasteride and minoxidil user shares tips for dealing with hair loss, including finding a shorter hairstyle, using finasteride, and not obsessing over hair. Users discuss washing frequency, alternative treatments, and focusing on other aspects of life.
Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.
A user's success in hair regrowth after taking oral and topical medications, such as minoxidil and dutasteride, and using microneedling. Other users shared their experiences and advice with treatments used to reverse hair loss.
A person using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, and recently added Tretinoin is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning hair. They suspect Tretinoin has made them respond to Minoxidil and are seeking others with similar experiences.
A user's 10-month progress update using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with other users offering congratulations, jokes, advice, and questions.
A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.
User 1: Female, 24, prescribed 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 100mg spironolactone, asks about others' experiences. User 2: Male, 32, took oral minoxidil for a year, saw better results at 3.75mg, experienced thicker eyebrows, longer eyelashes, and longer body hair.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, dermarolling and ketoconazole shampoo; showing results of going from bald to having some hair growth. Replies include encouragement, admiration, and disappointment at not seeing similar results.
Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.
A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, noting improvement after switching from minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride. They observed new hair growth and reduced scalp inflammation, expressing hope for further progress.
User on finasteride for a decade and oral minoxidil for a month asks about Nizoral shampoo's effectiveness and usage. Dermatologist suggests it may help with seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss, but not necessary; others share mixed opinions.