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      community Should I hop on DUTASTERIDE at 18??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.

      community 5mg Oral Minoxidil - No Effects

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user reported no effects after 2 months of taking 5mg oral minoxidil, with no shedding or regrowth. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal and if they should be discouraged.

      community Shed 2 years into finasteride and minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for 2 years, experiencing worsening hair shedding, losing 300+ hairs per wash. They are concerned if this indicates the medicine isn't working and are seeking others' experiences.

      community Depression, ADHD meds and Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride caused anxiety, depression, and hair shedding for the user, leading them to stop taking it. They are now on Lexapro and Adderall for depression and ADHD, and are considering trying topical Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Written 10 Month report on Fin

      in Update  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      User shared a 10-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, experiencing initial shedding but now seeing signs of regrowth. They expect further improvement over the next 8 months.

      community 3 months minoxidil and dermarolling.

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      User shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling, noting significant shedding but positive results. They plan to continue and may add finasteride.

      community RU58841 in Pumpkin Seed Oil (PSO)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user is seeing good results with RU58841 for hair loss, noting reduced shedding and thicker hair. They plan to use pumpkin seed oil as a solvent to avoid water content, which they believe reduces the effectiveness of anti-androgens.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  98 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community About 10 months on fin and 7 months using min

      in Progress Pictures  429 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after 10 months on finasteride and 7 months using minoxidil, noting some hair shedding. Their routine includes oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, red light therapy, rosemary mint shampoo, and dermarolling.

      community Fin/Min chewable 90 days progress

      in Update  15 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 90-day progress using chewable finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins for hair loss. They experienced initial shedding, followed by regrowth of baby hairs, and now have more hair than before starting treatment.

      community 2 Years Results - 0.5mg Fin Only.

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 2-year results using only 0.5mg finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement after 8-10 months and no major shedding or side effects. They are 34 years old and have avoided using Minoxidil.

      community Ru58841 + Minox progress (1 month

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their one-month progress using Minoxidil and RU58841 for hair loss, noting significant shedding after micro-needling and seeking opinions on their regrowth. They stopped micro-needling and added RU58841 to their treatment.

      community How did you transition from Fin to Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential shedding during the switch. The original poster is currently using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil.

      community Oral min working on my body but not head

      in Chat  19 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair thinning and has been on finasteride for six months with consistent shedding. They are considering switching to dutasteride and hoping minoxidil will work better afterwards, while others suggest patience with current treatment and adding dutasteride, RU58841, a good diet, and dermarolling for potential improvement.

      community WHEN does regrowth even happen?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user changed their hair loss treatment in October/November, experienced increased shedding, and now sees no new hair growth, with a worsening condition and a possible bald spot. They also have severe seborrheic dermatitis, which may be affecting their scalp and hair loss.

      community GFC vs PRP with mesotherapy vs exosomes

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since 2022 and has used minoxidil and dutasteride with reduced shedding but no hair regrowth. He is considering PRP with mesotherapy and red light therapy, GFC, or exosomes, with a preference for exosomes due to efficiency and a reputable clinic.

      community Second shed and what I have learned (don't worry!)

      in Minoxidil  45 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 25-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil for 9.5 months despite an initial shed and a second shedding phase lasting 3.5 months. They encourage others to persist with minoxidil treatment through shedding as regrowth can occur.

      community Is this the right amount of dht?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone taking dutasteride for hair loss since April 2023 but still experiencing shedding. They had blood tests for various levels and are seeking advice on their DHT levels and vitamin D.

      community 29f Female on Dutasteride Progress.

      in Female  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.

      community 1 year finasteride results on crown

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses a user's one-year experience using finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss, including initial irregular use, continued shedding of weak hair, acne in the thinning area treated with fusidic acid, and weekly use of Ketoconazole. A reply suggests adding Minoxidil for potentially full hair recovery.

      community Dutasteride 6 months - Should I quit or wait more?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, and vitamin D, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.

      community (M24) ~5 years progress on Fin & Min. AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1700 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "LandB4TimeIn3D" shared their hair loss progress using finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They experienced shedding for the first few years but saw significant regrowth after about 2-3 years. They also mentioned using topical liquid minoxidil twice a day.

      community Nanoxidil used with Finasteride?

      in Product  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      User has been using Nanoxidil for 4 months with some hair regrowth but is still experiencing shedding. They are considering starting Finasteride and are seeking advice on using both treatments together.