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.
A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year with little hope. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, oralminoxidil, micro needling, and considering a hair transplant.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride and twice-daily topical minoxidil with tretinoin for a year and has now started taking 2.5 mg oralminoxidil in the mornings while continuing topical minoxidil with tretinoin at night. They are seeking feedback on whether others have experienced hair shedding with this regimen.
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.
A woman with androgenic alopecia has been using birth control, spironolactone, finasteride, and oralminoxidil for hair loss. She sought to change her medications to dutasteride and bicalutamide, but her new dermatologist refused to prescribe them for off-label use.
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.
An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to OralMinoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.
A user shared their significant hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and minoxidil chews, while transitioning to generic versions. They also mentioned using batana oil and microneedling, with no side effects reported.
The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oralminoxidil daily, with most gains attributed to finasteride. They also stopped using topical treatments due to scalp psoriasis and reported no major side effects.
The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.
A user shared their 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, along with Pura D’Or anti-thinning shampoo and a scalp massager. They noticed initial worsening but later saw hair follicle recovery.
A user shared their 6-month results using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1mg daily, but still experiences significant shedding. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using apple cider vinegar for dandruff, and considering oralminoxidil and dutasteride.
A user has been taking 0.5mg oral Finasteride daily for 8 months and is unsure if fine, soft, colorless hairs are regrowth. Other users suggest trying oralMinoxidil for faster results and mention their own experiences with oral treatments.
A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.
The user shared their 5-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping weekly, castor oil weekly, and the Nioxin system kit. Replies praised the results and inquired about the timeline and side effects.
Obtaining treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride and Minoxidil, without a prescription in some European countries. Replies to the post included experiences of being able to obtain treatments through pharmacies without prescriptions.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no side effects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oralminoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.
A 29-year-old male is experiencing positive hair regrowth after 3 months using oral finasteride (1mg) and topical minoxidil (1ml twice daily), despite side effects like scalp itchiness and dandruff. He plans to continue the treatment long-term and may switch to foam minoxidil to alleviate scalp issues.
The user has been successfully managing hair loss for five years using oralminoxidil and finasteride. They experienced significant improvement and plan to continue the treatment without breaks to maintain results.
A 28-year-old man regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oralminoxidil, a multivitamin, and a derma roller over 1 year and 9 months. Initial side effects resolved, and he maintains his hair with continued treatment.
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss since 2021, with some initial regrowth but now considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about further hair loss. They also use microneedling and are exploring tretinoin, while others suggest adding oralminoxidil or a hair transplant for better results.
User shared 3-month hair loss progress using foam Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and shampoos. They experienced side effects with oralMinoxidil but had success with topical treatments and finasteride.
A user shared their progress in combating hair loss using 5 mg oralminoxidil and 1 mg finasteride over four months, experiencing significant improvement. They also experimented with higher doses of minoxidil but faced side effects, so they settled on 7.5 mg without issues.
The conversation discusses affordable hair loss treatments, including oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, and topical finasteride/minoxidil mixtures. Users share methods to obtain these drugs cheaply and legally.
A 22.5-year-old male is frustrated with doctors for not taking his diffuse thinning seriously. He has been using finasteride for 2.5 years, avoids topical minoxidil due to dandruff, and is hesitant about oralminoxidil due to weight and injury concerns.
A user in Germany struggles to get a finasteride prescription despite trying multiple doctors and apps, only receiving minoxidil. Other users suggest alternative sources like Zava.med, EU doctor App, and buying from pharmacies abroad.
The user had more hair at age 39 than at 27 after using dutasteride, oralminoxidil, RU58841, and ketoconazole for over two years. Initially started with finasteride but switched to dutasteride after six months.
17M approaching Norwood 2, using topical minoxidil and considering finasteride, oralminoxidil, and pyrilutamide. Plans to study dermatology and possibly get a hair transplant at 25 if treatments don't work.
Female, 28, losing hair since 17, using 200mg Spiro. Tried Minoxidil and ketoconazole with limited success, considering oral minox and seeking alternative treatments from cosmetic dermatologist.
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.