The user has been using finasteride and oralminoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride (1.2mg) and oralminoxidil (2.5mg) daily for 3.5 months, along with vitamin D, fish oil, iron, and biotin, and reports significant hair growth without side effects. The user plans to continue the treatment and is considering cutting hair to assess progress more accurately.
The user plans to switch to oral finasteride and oralminoxidil due to insufficient results from PRP, topical minoxidil, and mild DHT inhibitors. They seek advice on purchasing these medications from My.India, questioning its trustworthiness.
The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil inconsistently for 2.5 months and is satisfied with the progress. Other users commented on the progress, with some suggesting oralminoxidil as a more convenient option.
After 12 years of success with oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, the user is experiencing hair thinning and scalp discomfort. They are considering options like switching to oralminoxidil, adding dutasteride, or using ketoconazole shampoo, topical caffeine, rosemary serum, and supplements.
The user started with 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oralminoxidil daily in January 2023, but stopped minoxidil due to an elevated heart rate. They then saw regrowth after beginning topical minoxidil and microneedling in early 2024.
The user has tried topical minoxidil, oralminoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.
The user stopped taking oral finasteride due to depression and now uses a topical finasteride/minoxidil mix with some scalp irritation. They plan to start derma stamping and have seen some improvement in their hair over three years, which others have noticed and encouraged them to continue their efforts.
The user stopped using topical minoxidil and finasteride after 2.5 months and switched to oral finasteride, 1mg daily, and did microneedling 1.5mm seven times. They experienced occasional sleep issues and watery semen as side effects, which stopped after discontinuing the topical treatment.
Tretinoin's effectiveness for hair regrowth alone is questioned, with interest in its use with oralminoxidil. The discussion also considers whether finasteride or dutasteride is the better DHT blocker and if switching to dutasteride is advisable for those without side effects from finasteride.
User experienced scalp itching and hair loss, but found relief with oralminoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.
A hair loss regimen that includes oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil, as well as occasional dermapen treatments; the user inquires about when they noticed most regrowth.
Treating hair loss with a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oralminoxidil for further gains.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after resuming treatment with oralminoxidil and dutasteride, following an initial period of using finasteride and minoxidil. They noted improvements in hair density and pigmentation, attributing the progress to consistent use of these treatments.
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oralminoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oralminoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.
The user shared their 5-month hair progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil, reporting positive results with minimal side effects. They use a chewable 2-in-1 product from Hims for convenience.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 weeks using oralMinoxidil and Dutasteride, noting healthier and denser hair. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of staying consistent with the treatment despite initial shedding.
Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oralminoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oralminoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.
User is using Finasteride, oralMinoxidil, Microneedling, Dutasteride, KX-826, and topical Minoxidil for hair regrowth. Experiencing heartburn from oralMinoxidil, others suggest stopping it and continuing with other treatments.
The user has experienced hair regrowth after switching from topical to oralMinoxidil and starting Finasteride. Other users confirm the regrowth and suggest additional treatments like microneedling and Nizoral shampoo.
The user stopped finasteride while trying to conceive and switched to oralminoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil foam, tretinoin, and microneedling. They are considering dutasteride mesotherapy but are unsure of its safety during conception.
A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oralminoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.
A user shared their 8-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride with no side effects and plans to start minoxidil. Another user commented that the results look great and suggested reconsidering starting minoxidil.
The user is experiencing slow but solid hair regrowth using topical finasteride, oralminoxidil, keto shampoo, microneedling, RU58841, and rosemary oil. Another user suggests being grateful for the dense coverage.
The post discusses purchasing hair loss treatments like oralminoxidil and finasteride, which were found cheaply in Argentina. The user asks where others buy similar products, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841.
The user is taking generic oral dutasteride, oralminoxidil, vitamin D, and uses daily shampoo, along with a healthy diet and regular gym exercise for hair loss. Workmates noticed improvement in the user's hair condition.
A user shared a positive 5-year experience with oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvement and stability. Others in the conversation also reported positive results with these treatments.