Oral minoxidil may cause dry skin and dark eye bags but doesn't significantly age the skin. Topical minoxidil is toxic to cats, and some users prefer finasteride.
Hair loss treatment using Hims 2 in 1 Minoxidil/Finasteride Spray and dermarolling twice a week for 3 months. One user considers adding topicalFinasteride to their oralFinasteride regimen.
This user has been using a combination of topical Minoxidil andFinasteride, oils, biotin, vitamins D and K, and derma-rolling for 3 months to help reduce hair loss. They have experienced some progress but are still looking for more recommendations from others.
The user experienced initial hair regrowth with topical dutasteride and minoxidil but later faced significant hair shedding, leading to doubts about the effectiveness of topical dutasteride. They plan to continue the treatment for a year and may switch to oralfinasteride if no improvement is seen.
Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasterideand minoxidil.
User shared 1-year progress on Fin 1 mg, switching to 0.4 mg Dut andoral 1.25 mg Min. Good results with Fin, biotin supplement, and biotin shampoo; trying Dut andoral Min for potential better results.
The post discusses a user's successful hair regrowth after 3 months using 1 mg oralfinasteride, oral minoxidil, weekly 1.5mm derma rolling, and Nizoral shampoo every other day, with no side effects. The conversation includes various responses, questions about the user's ethnicity and previous scalp condition, and suggestions for topical treatments.
A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topicalfinasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oralfinasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.
The user experienced no response to 5 mg oral minoxidil after 6 months, with no hair regrowth or shedding. Suggestions included trying topicalfinasteride, dermastamping, and addressing DHT, while some users noted that factors like aspirin or Accutane might affect results.
Matt-3422 shared his hair loss treatment journey, starting with great results from Minoxidil andoralFinasteride, then switching to RU58841 andtopicalFinasteride due to worsening hair loss. He's experiencing scalp irritation and is unsure if he should continue with his current regimen, while others suggest scalp care and alternative treatments.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
A 41-year-old with over 10 years of hair loss showed progress after 2 months using topicalfinasterideand minoxidil, dermaroller, DHT blocker shampoo, laser cap, and vitamins B12, Biotin, D3. Commenters are impressed with the results and suggest continued treatment and focus on health for further improvement.
User tried topicalandoralfinasterideandoral minoxidil for hair loss without success. ButterscotchSea3159 suggests using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and possibly RU for better results.
Switching from finasterideandtopical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride worsened hair condition, leading to frustration and heart issues, prompting a return to topical treatments and the addition of tretinoin. Patience and consistency are advised, as these treatments can take years to show results, and abrupt changes may cause shedding.
User is depressed about hair loss despite using topical minoxidil for 5 months andtopicalfinasteride for 2 months, with no improvement. Others suggest trying oralfinasteride, seeing a specialist for dandruff and oily scalp, and being patient.
The user switched to oral Dutasteride, added RU58841, and used Ketoconazole-enriched Minoxidil but still experiences scalp itch and hair loss after 4 months. They are advised to give Dutasteride more time, consider seeing a dermatologist, and explore other topical solutions.
An 18-year-old began using FinasterideandTopical 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.
The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical 5% minoxidil andoral 1mg finasteride daily, especially around the temples. They experienced minimal side effects, with initial difficulty maintaining erections that resolved after a few weeks.
The post expresses frustration over the unavailability of pure topicalfinasteride in India despite the developed pharma industry. The user seeks advice on making it at home and its effectiveness.
User made progress with topicalFinasteride/Minoxidil andtopical Dutasteride for hair loss. Microneedling at 1.5mm daily was also mentioned as part of the treatment.
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil andoralfinasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.
Existing hair loss treatments like oralfinasteride, topical minoxidil, and hair transplants are still the main options, with some improvements in affordability and techniques. There is hope for enhancing these treatments, but new effective solutions are unlikely in the near future.
The positive effects of one year of treatments with topical minoxidil andoralfinasteride for hair loss, with encouraging progress pictures as evidence.
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, andoral minoxidil for hair loss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
User shared progress pictures of hair density improvement using 1mg finasterideandtopical minoxidil, but expressed concern about recent hairline miniaturization and treatment effectiveness. Another user complimented the results and inquired about initial shedding.
This conversation is about a user who has been using topicalfinasterideand minoxidil to treat their hair loss, with the result being an intense shedding period. Other users have offered advice and encouragement for them to keep going with the treatment, suggesting they may see significant regrowth in 6 months time.
Topical Dutasteride is more effective than topicalFinasteride for treating AGA in men, with fewer side effects. Mesotherapy with Dutasteride, administered every 3 months, shows promising results for hair regrowth and maintenance without daily routines or significant side effects.
A 19-year-old male shared his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, with noticeable improvement. He uses 1mg oralfinasteride daily, 5% minoxidil foam twice a day after day 80, and microneedles with a 1.5mm derma stamp every 1-2 weeks.
User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months andFinasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.