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      community Upcoming Setipiprant clinical trials hint at systemic daily dosage

       21 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of oral Setipiprant tablets for treating androgenetic alopecia compared to finasteride. It mentions the high cost of Setipiprant on the black market and the trial's end date in September 2017.

      community How I thought fin would be vs how it is

      in Chat  290 upvotes 1 day ago
      Finasteride effectively regrew hair and improved quality after increasing the dose from 0.5mg to 1mg, with no side effects. The user is cautious about adding minoxidil, fearing it might disrupt progress.

      community 3 months of topical Fin 0.3% and Min 7% progress

      in Progress Pictures  517 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Significant hair regrowth and thickening were achieved in three months using topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 7%, along with lifestyle changes like healthier eating, derma stamping, and rosemary oil. Additional treatments included a shampoo for thinning hair and supplements like biotin and vitamin D.

      community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

      in Treatment  85 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community Warning: Minoxidil usage around pets

      in Minoxidil  454 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Many users have switched to oral minoxidil to prevent accidental exposure to their pets.

      community 1 year of Fin then Min - Hair Regrowth!

      in Update  23 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year of using finasteride and minoxidil, with noticeable improvements starting around 4-6 months into the treatment. They advise trying these treatments for hair regrowth, noting no short-term side effects, and suggest starting minoxidil if no regrowth is seen after six months on finasteride.

      community The Cure isn't 5 years away; it's already here.

      in Research/Science  995 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405 is a new topical treatment for hair loss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.

      community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

      in Treatment  548 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

      community Dutasteride shed Stories, better and worse , dont skip please

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing significant hair shedding and others seeing improvement after initial shedding. Many users switch from finasteride to dutasteride, hoping for better results, but reactions vary widely, with some facing allergies or worsening hair loss.

      community Minoxidil results in 3 months after stopping fin

      in Is this regrowth?  469 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past side effects from oral use.

      community 21m fin for 11months min for 4months

      in Progress Pictures  723 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 11 months and minoxidil for 4 months to combat hair loss, experiencing significant improvement and regrowth. The user applies 1mg of finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, noting that both treatments have contributed to the progress.

      community Minoxidil doing wonders already

      in Minoxidil  479 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are effectively improving hair growth, with the user experiencing significant progress in less than two months using topical minoxidil and occasionally finasteride. The user also incorporates wild hair growth oil, tea tree oil, and dermastamping into their routine.

      community Age 18 vs Age 25, the importance of starting early

      in Progress Pictures  885 upvotes 2 months ago
      An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.

      community 3-month progress of hair regrowth

      in Progress Pictures  266 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 29-year-old male shares his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting no side effects and light initial shedding. He is encouraged by the results and plans to continue the treatment.

      community 28M on fin for 5 years now. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  427 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old has been using finasteride for five years, which stopped further hair loss but did not regrow the hairline. Recently, they started oral minoxidil to potentially improve results.

      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 3 months ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.