Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hairloss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.
A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.
Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after one year of using oral dutasteride. They are seeking opinions on their DHT test results, which show levels below baseline.
A user's experience with an expensive hairloss clinic that failed to produce the desired results, and advice from other users on treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
Korea launched its first OTC oral hairloss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.
A user increased their RU58841 treatment from 5% to 8% to combat hairloss and is questioning the effectiveness of the higher dosage. Another user shared their extensive hairloss treatment regimen, suggesting that while 8% RU58841 might not significantly change results, it's worth trying as individual responses vary.
A 40-year-old woman with naturally thin and fine hair is seeking advice on over-the-counter treatments for hairloss and is open to prescription options for her upcoming doctor's appointment. She has tried biotin, Nioxin, various haircuts, and colors, and has had blood tests for deficiencies.
A user shared a positive 5-year experience with oral finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss, noting improvement and stability. Others in the conversation also reported positive results with these treatments.
Hairloss treatments, specifically the use of Alfatradiol as an over-the-counter topical 5AR inhibitor that has been shown to be effective in stopping hairloss without side effects. Other treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hairloss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.
A 24-year-old male is considering the "Big 4" treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling) or a hair transplant for hairloss. Most users recommend starting with Finasteride and Minoxidil to stabilize hairloss before considering a transplant.
The user shared their 12-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They also used a derma stamp weekly and treated seborrheic dermatitis with Mometasone and Nizoral.
The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hairloss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.
Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hairloss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.
A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hairloss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.
The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hairloss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hairloss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hairloss.
A dermatologist advised using only minoxidil for hairloss, citing it as a lifelong therapy and dismissing finasteride due to potential side effects. Several users disagreed, recommending a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hairloss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hairloss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.
The post discusses how using finasteride and minoxidil for hairloss resulted in the user's hair changing from straight to wavy. The responses suggest this change indicates healthier, thicker hair and share similar experiences, while also expressing concerns about potential side effects of the treatments.
The user "PowerfulAide6677" shared progress pictures of their hairloss journey, mentioning that they have been on finasteride for 8 years and are considering adding oral minoxidil to fill in their hairline. Some users advised against adding oral minoxidil, suggesting that the user's current maintenance with finasteride is sufficient.
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over 8 months using 1.25mg of finasteride daily, without minoxidil or micro needling. He also took vitamin D3, K2, magnesium, and a B100 complex, reporting increased libido as a side effect.
The user "Specialist_Let_9455" shared their positive results after 6 months of using finasteride for hairloss. They plan to continue using finasteride for one year before considering other treatments.
The conversation is about the effectiveness and safety of using 2.5mg of Dutasteride for hairloss. Users discuss the high scalp DHT suppression rates but caution against high doses due to potential side effects and recommend consulting a doctor.
A user shared a 2-month progress picture showing improvement in hairloss using minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oils. They also discussed the psychological aspect of believing in the treatment's effectiveness and mentioned not using finasteride.
A user's progress using oral minoxidil and dutasteride to treat hairloss, which has yielded positive results. Other users have wished him luck in his journey.
The user stabilized hairloss with oral Finasteride and saw significant hair growth after adding oral Minoxidil. They also used collagen peptides and had no side effects.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of sublingual minoxidil for hairloss treatment. It suggests that sublingual minoxidil, which bypasses the liver, may have fewer side effects, greater bioavailability, and could be more effective than oral minoxidil.
The conversation discusses a prescribed hairloss treatment combining 12.5% minoxidil with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and topical finasteride, costing $55 a month. One user criticizes the packaging for degrading tretinoin, another suggests it's an overpriced option and recommends topical dutasteride as an alternative due to its higher molecular weight and lower systemic absorption.