The user is using topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma roller for hair regrowth. There is some progress, but it's hard to assess due to varying hair lengths.
Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hair loss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.
The conversation is about someone who initially had positive results withMinoxidil for hair loss, lost those gains due to a hospital stay, and is now not seeing the same results upon resuming treatment. They plan to add microneedling and/or tretinoin to their regimen and are seeking success stories from others who did not respond to Minoxidil alone.
Hair loss treatment withMinoxidil 2x/day, Nizoral 1-3x/week, healthy diet, and regular exercise showed great results in 2 months. No finasteride was mentioned.
A user reported no success withMinoxidil after a year but observed good regrowth after taking 5000 IU of vitamin D3 daily for 2.5 months. They are seeking opinions on whether they will see full regrowth and if others have had similar experiences.
A 35-year-old has seen no hair regrowth after 9 months using treatments including finasteride, pyrilutamide, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and topical dutasteride, but experienced side effects with RU58841. Commenters suggest starting minoxidil for better results and question why it wasn't included from the beginning.
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.
User started using stemoxydine withminoxidil for mild hair recession and maintenance. Stemoxydine improves hair appearance and behavior, making it fuller and shinier.
The user has been using RU58841 withminoxidil for hair loss, which helped but caused itchiness, and is considering increasing the dose and adding topical finasteride to the treatment. They are inquiring if they can mix RU58841 and finasteride into one solution with Stemoxydine or if they need separate solutions and which to apply first.
User is experiencing issues withMinoxidil and is considering switching to Redensyl, specifically asking for brand recommendations. The Ordinary - Multi Peptide is mentioned, but the user seeks other brand experiences.
The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard withminoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.
The user is disappointed with their hair loss treatment results using Minoxidil, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are advised to add Finasteride or Dutasteride to block DHT for better results.
The user discussed switching from RU58841 withMinoxidil to Finasteride due to cost, noting better physical feelings and hair growth with RU58841. They are considering returning to RU58841 and checking DHT levels after a month.
A user experienced hair loss improvement withMinoxidil and Finasteride but after stopping for 3-5 weeks, their hair got significantly thinner. They resumed treatment but didn't recover their previous hair thickness and are now trying RU58841 despite potential risks.
Minoxidil helps hair growth on both scalp and face, but stopping it leads to hair loss on the scalp, not the face. The user questions why scalp hair can't be maintained with finasteride or androgen blockers after stopping minoxidil, despite these treatments reducing DHT damage.
The user has been using Minoxidil for over 10 years, started Finasteride 8 months ago, and is happy with the hair recovery results; they also use a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and a 0.5mm occasionally. Some believe starting withMinoxidil is less effective than addressing DHT directly, and there's curiosity about whether dermarolling aids absorption.
User has been using Minoxidil twice daily for a year with good results and is considering adding a 1.5mm titanium derma roller for better hair regrowth. They seek advice on the best derma roller size and frequency of use, suggesting once a month or every 3-4 weeks.
A user's experience with finasteride and oral minoxidil for treating hair loss, which resulted in great regrowth and improved mental state. Other users asked questions about their own experiences with the treatments.
Fin and minoxidil, in combination with dermarolling, as an effective path for hair growth. The post also provides advice about needle depth and frequency, as well as other treatments (foam and oral) which may be beneficial.
A journey to treat hair loss withMinoxidil and Finasteride, as well as dermarolling and low level laser cap treatments. They have been documenting the progress over 7 months since the start of their journey.
User "hairlossblows" shares their positive experience withminoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hair loss treatment. They report significant hair regrowth, especially in the hairline, and minimal side effects from finasteride.
The user shared positive results using Minoxidil and microneedling for hair regrowth, choosing not to use finasteride due to concerns about hormonal effects. Other users debated the necessity of finasteride for long-term hair maintenance, with some suggesting alternative treatments and expressing skepticism about pharmaceutical influences.
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving a homemade topical solution of Minoxidil and Tretinoin, combined with Finasteride and microneedling. Users share advice on Tretinoin application, emphasizing gradual use to avoid skin irritation.
Using a microdose of finasteride on the scalp withminoxidil as a carrier may have positive effects with minimal side effects. The user is also considering the effects of sulforaphane or broccoli sprouts on hair loss.
Adding tretinoin to minoxidil may help non-responders but likely won't improve results for those already responding to minoxidil. The user plans to try tretinoin withminoxidil and finasteride to see if it enhances hair regrowth.
The user switched from oral finasteride to dutasteride withminoxidil, but saw no results. They then tried topical finasteride and noticed some potential improvement after four months, theorizing that the topical application bypasses liver metabolism.
A 25-year-old man with hair loss from bleach damage is using oral minoxidil and considering adding Dutasteride for better regrowth and prevention. He seeks advice on Dutasteride's effectiveness and potential benefits over finasteride, and is also curious about RU58841.
The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.
A 25-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil for 9.5 months despite an initial shed and a second shedding phase lasting 3.5 months. They encourage others to persist withminoxidil treatment through shedding as regrowth can occur.
A user shared a tragic experience where their cat died after being exposed to Minoxidil, warning others of its toxicity to pets. Some users discussed switching to oral hair loss treatments, while others expressed condolences and shared their own concerns and experiences with topical treatments around pets.