A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is seeing improvement. Some suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, but the user is concerned about sideeffects.
The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride daily without sideeffects. They are advised to continue treatment to maintain results and consider cost-effective purchasing options.
Finasteride is effective for treating male pattern baldness (MPB) with minimal sideeffects, and topical finasteride is similarly effective. Dutasteride is also effective but less understood, and Minoxidil is less effective than Finasteride.
Choosing hair loss treatments is challenging due to concerns about sideeffects from finasteride and minoxidil. Users suggest starting with topical treatments and gradually increasing dosage, while some recommend oral finasteride for its effectiveness despite potential sideeffects.
Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause sideeffects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer sideeffects.
Topical finasteride is almost as effective as oral finasteride with fewer sideeffects. Users are considering between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment.
The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about sideeffects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.
The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting sideeffects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.
Caffeine ointment was mentioned as being as effective as Minoxidil for hair loss treatment without the sideeffects. Caffeine is also found in some shampoos.
The conversation discusses skepticism about Breezula, a hair loss treatment, with the consensus that it's not a miracle cure but a maintenance drug that may work well with finasteride. Some users report sideeffects from finasteride, like sexual dysfunction, while hoping for better results from Breezula or RU58841 without such sideeffects.
The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting sideeffects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential sideeffects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that sideeffects are rare.
The conversation humorously discusses starting oral microneedling for hair loss, with mentions of sideeffects like internal bleeding and abdominal pain. It also references using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with exaggerated and satirical comments on their effects.
The conversation discusses the availability of GT20029, a new topical hair loss treatment with fewer sideeffects than Minoxidil or finasteride. Users suggest using finasteride to preserve hair until GT20029 becomes available.
A user's 7-month progress using 1 mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, with no sideeffects from the finasteride, achieving baby hairs on the hairline and other positive results. Other users have discussed different treatments such as microneedling and supplements, providing advice and encouragement to the poster.
A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to sideeffects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.
Breezula's phase 3 results are expected soon, with discussions on the effectiveness of androgen receptor antagonists like spironolactone and the potential of GT20029. Users express skepticism about new treatments and discuss the complexities of male pattern baldness, often relying on finasteride despite its sideeffects.
The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past sideeffects from oral use.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after six months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no sideeffects reported. The user plans to taper off minoxidil and is considering oral minoxidil, but is cautious due to potential heart issues.
Dutasteride mesotherapy was not effective for hair regrowth, leading to consideration of oral or topical dutasteride. Oral dutasteride is suggested as more effective and cost-efficient than mesotherapy, with some users experiencing sideeffects from finasteride.
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential sideeffects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.
The conversation is about overcoming fear of finasteride/dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest starting with a small supply, noting sideeffects are rare and reversible, and emphasize personal comfort and confidence.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic sideeffects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer sideeffects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other sideeffects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate sideeffects.
A user shared their 10-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and micro-needling, noting significant hair regrowth and no sideeffects. They plan to add oral minoxidil to boost hair density.
A user shared a 2-year hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice daily, with noticeable thickening after 7 months. Other users discussed the commitment required and potential sideeffects, but the original poster experienced no sideeffects.
A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential sideeffects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.
The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to sideeffects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.
The user reported positive feedback on hair appearance after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, with no sideeffects. The treatment includes 1.1mg finasteride, 3mg minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins B5, B6, and C daily.
A 17-year-old male experiencing significant hair loss is using a prescribed topical treatment containing Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Dutasteride, and Latanoprost. He expresses concerns about the potential sideeffects of Dutasteride and oral Finasteride, and seeks advice on whether to continue with the treatment or consider alternatives.