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The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year of using finasteride, despite initial side effects, and considered adding oral minoxidil. They also noted the positive impact of vitamin D on hair thickness.

Higher doses of dutasteride for hair loss are debated, with some users suggesting they are unnecessary and potentially unsafe. The original poster uses a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair regrowth, despite concerns about high dosages.

Dutasteride effectively reduces DHT levels and significantly increases testosterone levels. Users are cautious about adding oral minoxidil due to potential heart issues and are considering dosage adjustments with medical guidance.

The conversation discusses using finasteride for hair loss and considers additional supplements like vitamin D3, melatonin, zinc, biotin, and minoxidil. There is debate over zinc's effectiveness, with some suggesting it may not be beneficial for hair loss.

A 30-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using Minoxidil topical, Finasteride oral, and Dutasteride, along with microneedling, keto shampoo, and rosemary oil for hair regrowth. He reported significant improvement without side effects and plans to continue the regimen.

People are humorously discussing unconventional and satirical uses of minoxidil, such as drinking it or injecting it, and the potential absurd consequences. The conversation also touches on the ineffectiveness and risks of these methods compared to proper topical application with microneedling.

Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling but later faced rapid thinning despite consistent treatment. They plan to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and consider oral minoxidil if the situation doesn't improve.

Combining finasteride and dutasteride may enhance hair regrowth by targeting different enzymes, with positive results reported. Minoxidil, both oral and topical, is also used to improve effectiveness.

A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.

Significant hair improvement was reported after 18 months of using 1mg dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral minoxidil daily for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion includes praise, skepticism about authenticity, and concerns about side effects.

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

The regimen for hair loss includes topical finasteride, clascoterone, tretinoin, minoxidil, oral saw palmetto, beta-sitosterol, vitamin D, microneedling, and anti-fungal shampoo. Expected benefits are increased hair growth and density, with considerations for potential skin irritation and interactions between treatments.

Oral minoxidil may be more effective than topical due to uniform distribution and systemic activation, but can cause side effects like puffiness. Adding tretinoin to topical minoxidil can enhance its effectiveness by aiding conversion to its active form.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 1.5 years with no results and is experiencing shedding, hoping for improvement. They also use minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but still have dandruff.

Oral minoxidil was ineffective for OP, causing hair loss and unwanted body hair, while topical minoxidil showed significant regrowth. OP is switching to topical minoxidil with glycerin due to scalp issues with propylene glycol.

A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.

User shared 4-month progress on hair loss treatment using 0.25mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil daily, noting cognitive decline possibly linked to finasteride. Users discussed side effects, alternative treatments, and shared similar experiences.

To minimize hair loss 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.

Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

The conversation is about overcoming fear of finasteride/dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest starting with a small supply, noting side effects are rare and reversible, and emphasize personal comfort and confidence.

A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

A user discusses using topical dutasteride 0.025% once a week for hair maintenance, alongside fortified minoxidil, RU58841, and Reviv Hair Serum. They seek feedback on the effectiveness of this regimen.

Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer side effects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment.

A user is frustrated with long-term hair loss despite using Dutasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include trying oral Minoxidil, micro-needling, and a homemade caffeinated rosemary tonic.

A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.

Topical bicalutamide is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A user shared their 2+ years progress on Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil for hair loss. Another user asked about the form of Minoxidil used sublingually.