community 23 years on Fin/Dut… my story so far…
A user's 23 year experience with Finasteride/Dutasteride and their current consideration of adding Minoxidil to their treatments for hair loss.
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240-270 / 718 resultscommunity 3.5 months Topical Finasteride/Monoxidal
Hair loss treatment with topical finasteride/minoxidil, which had good results after 3.5 months of application. The user also asked if there was any reason to take the oral pill version and if anyone has ever tried mixing them together.
community Pyrilutamide available at Actifolic now
Pyrilutamide, a new hair loss product with the potential to be more effective than RU58841 and safer than CB, but expensive.
community 6 months, Derma, Hims Minox/fin topical, RU, Oils, keto/ Hims shampoo
A user's progress with hair loss treatments such as derma pen, minoxidil/finasteride topical, RU58841, oils and Hims shampoo over 6 months. The replies are full of encouragement for continued progress.
community Stop wasting time – start fin + min ASAP!
A user's experience with treating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as advice from other users that they should try finasteride alone first before committing to minoxidil.
community My greatest life regret is that I didn't jump on fin a decade ago.
Severe balding negatively impacts self-esteem and quality of life. Treatments discussed include hair transplant, hair system, and embracing baldness.
community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*
A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.
community 24M, thinning since 6 years. Starting my Journey gonna be using the big 4 ( 1mg Fin, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm dermaroller, nizoral twice a week)
A 24 year old who has been experiencing thinning hair for 6 years and is starting a course of treatment involving finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo. Others are wishing them luck and offering advice on how to potentially recover from the condition.
community Went to a new barber who casually said “well you don’t need to worry about balding anytime soon.” Feeling grateful for dutasteride right now :)
A user's experience with taking finasteride and dutasteride to address hair loss, and the proactive approach they took to maintain their hair. They discussed using these medications every day and transitioning between them.
community Fin/min/derma/niz 8 month update
Hair loss treatments, including the use of Minoxidil and Finasteride, with a user sharing their 8-month update on progress made. Others have chimed in to provide encouragement and advice for continued treatment.
community 2 years after using finasteride
A user's two-year journey of using finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with other users providing advice, tips, and encouragement.
community Non-Responder to everything and currently at the lowest point in my life
A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.
community I’m gutted and this is my last post on this thread
User tried various hair loss treatments without success and plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly shave head for emotional well-being.
community Can’t take fin - options/alts?
User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.
community Topical Prednisolone as hair loss treatment?
A user is concerned about using Alpicort, which contains Prednisolone and Salicylic Acid, for male pattern baldness. They are unsure if it will help or worsen their condition and are seeking advice.
community Just got my diagnosis, not allowed to have fin, not sure what to do
A 29-year-old male diagnosed with male pattern baldness was prescribed Minoxidil with Azelaic Acid but not Finasteride due to a history of mild depression. He is considering getting Finasteride online without waiting for a 3-month evaluation and is questioning the cost of his Minoxidil prescription.
community Update: 33 y/o male, topical fin/min + dermaroll biweekly 5/18/21 vs 1/15/22
33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hair density and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.
community 21M, threw in the whole kitchen sink yet still shedding like a dog
A user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
community From bald to mostly regrown (spiro), an honest review of hair loss (no pics)
User experienced hair loss due to anorexia and stress, leading to a difficult journey with wigs and self-esteem. Hair regrowth occurred with spironolactone, but recent hair loss returned, causing uncertainty and emotional struggles.
community 11 month hair update.. The minoxidil and finasteride really work miracles 😳😳😳
User "Jordan_cadagan" shares 11-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, with impressive results. Users discuss application methods, ice baths possibly helping, and daily dosages.
community How many mgs of zinc should I take while taking fin? I want to potentially offset side effects but not ruin the effectiveness of fin. I take .5 mg fin daily
A user asks about the appropriate zinc dosage to offset side effects while taking 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Responses suggest zinc has a minor effect on hormones compared to finasteride.
community 3 Months Finasteride 1mg/day, Rogaine 2x day, Microneedling at 1,5mm, Biotin+Multivitamins
User balding1337 shared their hair loss treatment success using Finasteride 1mg/day, Minoxidil 5% 2x/day, microneedling at 1.5mm, and Biotin+Multivitamins. Another user mentioned that microneedling with minoxidil is 3-4x more effective than minoxidil alone.
community 3 Months Fin+Min+Derma-rolling
User LateNightCoffeeShop shared progress after 3 months using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Derma-rolling for hair regrowth. Users discussed treatment frequency, effectiveness, and potential side effects.
community Take finasteride NOW. Life is short.
User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
community 28M hair transplant results, 6 months later. 3633 grafts via FUE
28M shares hair transplant results 6 months after 3633 grafts via FUE by Dr. Rahal in Ottawa, costing ~$24k CAD. Users discuss the impressive results, procedure experience, and cost breakdown.
community A warning to those using or thinking about using Dutasteride – Follow-up
The post and conversation are about the long-term side effects of using Dutasteride and Finasteride for hair loss, including issues like raised liver enzymes, high cholesterol, and loss of libido. The user advises regular blood work and careful monitoring for those using these treatments.
community When I was in my 20s, skinny and with long hair, one of my biggest fear was being fat and bald in my 40s. Now that it’s come to pass, I’ve found there are better things to worry about. I started shaving my head in 05 when I was 32 and I can sum it all up in one word: Liberating.
Accepting hair loss, with solutions discussed including Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments, shaving the head as a liberating experience, and using beards to make up for lack of hair.
community Why I’d advise my teenage son to take propecia (opinion)
The post argues for teenage use of finasteride to prevent hair loss, citing minimal side effects and personal success. Replies criticize the advice, highlighting potential developmental risks and questioning the safety of finasteride for teenagers.
community Just started finasteride...
The user started finasteride again, using it every other day, along with a laser helmet, inversion massage, and various supplements. They are considering Minoxidil but had a bad reaction previously and plan to get hair grafts.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.