User tried Propecia andtopical finasteride but experienced side effects. Switched to Dutasteride andoral Minoxidil, then added CosmeRNA for hair loss treatment.
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride (0.25% gel) and minoxidil (5% foam) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences about application methods, microneedling, and results. Some users have switched to oral finasteride for convenience and cost-effectiveness, while others discuss the greasy nature of the topical solution.
User has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for a year, seeing regrowth only on the hairline, not the crown. They also use keto shampoo, rosemary oil, and microneedle weekly, and are considering switching to oral treatments.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil with vitamins for 5 months and seen improvements. They are asking if adding topical minoxidil would be beneficial or if they should continue with the oral treatment alone.
An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil for hair loss since January 1st, occasionally using ketoconazole shampoo. They are unsure about the progress and volume increase after three months of treatment.
User shared 5-month progress using oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil for hair loss, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1. User also mentioned weight loss after a breakup and starting gym alongside hair loss treatment.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using 1mg Finasteride andOral Minoxidil, along with pumpkin seed oil, biotin, and collagen supplements, and is considering starting PRP. Another user has not seen results despite using a combination of treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, pyrithione zinc, topical dutasteride, ketoconazole, and microneedling.
Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.
A 32-year-old man shared his progress using oral finasteride andtopical Minoxidil with 0.5% finasteride, showing significant hair density improvement. Users suggested considering a hair transplant for bald temples and praised his results.
The user used oral finasteride, topical minoxidil foam, a derma roller, keto shampoo, Hims thick fix shampoo, hair dye, and rosemary oil for hair restoration. They reported no side effects and noted significant improvement, especially in the hairline.
A 27-year-old male with Norwood grade 5 hair loss is using dutasteride and a hair serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Procapil, and Capilia Longa, but is hesitant to use oral minoxidil due to past allergic reactions to topical minoxidil. He plans to try dutasteride alone for 3 months before considering adding oral minoxidil.
Topical finasteride is believed to reduce scalp DHT more than oral forms, but its effectiveness is questioned due to inconsistent application and absorption. Oral finasteride is considered more effective because it consistently reduces systemic DHT, ensuring more reliable results.
A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.
The conversation is about someone's 4.5-month progress using oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil once daily for hair loss. They shared their results with progress pictures.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (topical) and Finasteride (oral), over a period of 1 year and 4 months. The user reported best results after 6 months, a significant hair shed 4 months ago, and current regrowth, while also using a 1.25mm dermastamp. The user adjusted Finasteride dosage over time and experienced high testosterone and nipple sensitivity.
Treatments for hair loss, including the experiences of topical finasteride andoral dutasteride. It also discusses Pyrilutamide, 0.025% topical concentration, Minoxidil, RU58841, and 1% finasteride gel dosage.
A user's experience using topical finasteride and melatonin to regrow hair, as well as their use of dermaroller versus dr. Pen for microneedling. People discussed the benefits of oral minoxidil and questioned if melatonin could help with hair regrowth.
A user discussed their hair regrowth after 6 months of oral minoxidil and dutasteride, and 2 weeks of topical minoxidil. They are unsure if the new hair is fuzz or actual regrowth.
The conversation discusses a person's hair regrowth after using dutasteride for 40 days andtopical minoxidil for 55 days, along with weekly dermarolling. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and asking about potential recovery.
A user shared their positive experience with hair loss treatment, using 0.5 mg of oral dutasteride daily for a year after switching from 1 mg of finasteride andtopical minoxidil. They also mentioned the benefits of oral minoxidil over topical application and the use of ketoconazole shampoo.
The conversation is about someone using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 7 months, seeing some hair regrowth, and now switching to oral dutasteride. Some suggest continuing treatment and possibly adding a hair transplant in the future.
A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has made progress in their hair loss with the use of oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil. The progress was most significant in the first year, and the user's temples are slowly improving.
A user on dutasteride andoral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet andtopical treatments.
A user shared their one-year hair regrowth progress using daily oral finasteride andtopical minoxidil without side effects. Some people are impressed, asking for more details, while others suggest a hair transplant for further improvement.
A user's 12 month update on treatment for hair loss, which include oral dutasteride and minoxidil, topical RU88541 and minoxidil, microneedling with hyaluronic acid and FinDuta, experiencing no side effects, positive results and inspiring other users.
The user has seen significant hair regrowth after one year using 1mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil, considering a hair transplant if progress stalls. They experienced an initial shedding phase and temporary erectile dysfunction, but no other side effects.
User improved hairline with 2 years on finasteride (8 months dutasteride) and daily topical minoxidil, recently started oral minoxidil. No side effects experienced, and user's doctor approved dutasteride for a boost.
The user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil twice daily, finasteride daily, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral every three days, showing significant improvement. Commenters expressed admiration for the results and hope for their own hair recovery.