The user experienced noticeable hair growth after 9 months using oral dutasteride, with full results expected in 20-24 months. They prefer oral treatments over topical minoxidil due to convenience.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using a capsule containing minoxidil and finasteride. They reported no major side effects and plan to continue the treatment until their late 20s.
The conversation discusses starting finasteride for hairloss, with the original poster noting reduced scalp itching and oiliness after the first week. Users share experiences with different dosages and schedules, concerns about side effects, and the potential impact on prostate cancer detection.
Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.
Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.
A 27-year-old male reported significant hair improvement after 6 months on 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily and 2.5 mg Minoxidil daily, with Nizoral shampoo twice a week. He experienced increased body/facial hair but no other side effects, and his hair density and hairline improved.
Costco offers affordable prices for hairloss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Users discuss prescription options and compare prices with services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Amazon's RxPass.
AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hairloss.
Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hairloss.
A female user is seeking a DHT blocker without Selenium or Zinc due to hair breakage and is currently using Saw Palmetto, Nature's Bounty Hair, Skin and Nails, Pumpkin seed oil, Dermastamp, and Pura D'or products. She has tried Minoxidil without success and is considering Finasteride but prefers natural options first.
A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hairloss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.
RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.
A user shared their 3-month hairloss treatment progress using 5% topical Minoxidil, Finasteride tablets, dermastamping, and ketoconazole shampoo. They reported significant improvement, advised consistency, and addressed questions about side effects and application methods.
A 20-year-old is feeling depressed about hairloss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 5-6 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, trying derma rolling, oral minoxidil, and addressing lifestyle factors.
A user with aggressive hair thinning is considering how to handle a coworker's interest in them. They are using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and are debating whether to keep using hair fibers, shave their head, or get a hair system.
8 months post hair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of 5% versus 10% minoxidil, especially when combined with tretinoin, for hairloss treatment. The user is also using oral minoxidil, derma stamping, and has previously used finasteride, but is unsure of the results.
KX-826 failed Phase III trials due to high placebo effects, patient compliance issues, COVID-19 side effects, and detection method deviations. KX-826 is now marketed as a cosmetic and approved for combination with Minoxidil.
User shared 3-month hairloss progress using foam Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and shampoos. They experienced side effects with oral Minoxidil but had success with topical treatments and finasteride.
A 41-year-old shared progress on hairloss treatment using Dutasteride and oral and topical Minoxidil, noting improvement when hair is kept short. Replies were supportive, complimenting the new growth.
A user stopped hairloss after taking finasteride daily for four years, with minimal regrowth and no side effects. They believe stress initially caused their hairloss.
Some people respond better to minoxidil due to higher enzyme levels converting it to its active form. Minoxidil helps with hair regrowth but doesn't prevent hairloss; finasteride and other DHT inhibitors are needed for that.
A user shared their positive progress with denser hair after one year on finasteride, considering adding oral minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and gained confidence.
The post and conversation discuss the effectiveness of pyrilutamide for hairloss, with comparisons to finasteride and RU58841. Users express skepticism due to failed trials and high costs, with some waiting for more data before trying pyrilutamide.
A user shared their positive experience of embracing baldness after years of trying treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. They found happiness and confidence by shaving their head, despite some social challenges, and encouraged others to focus on their attitude and seek therapy if needed.
A user is using a Finoxidil topical spray and is curious if oral Finasteride would be more effective, considering they are already on a DHT blocker called Cyproterone. They are concerned about the potential impact of oral Finasteride on their transition.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hairloss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
A user is experiencing genetic hairloss and is using spironolactone and minoxidil without success. They are considering switching to vegan protein powder due to digestive issues and are concerned if it will worsen hairloss.