This conversation is about hairloss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.
This user discussed their hairloss journey and shared pictures to get advice on the best treatment option. They had been using finasteride since November 2020, with a minimal amount of ground lost, and recently added minoxidil in April 2021. A transplant was suggested as an option, although they have not made a decision yet.
A user's experience with hairloss and their consideration of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, fluridil, and peptide serum with redensyl as treatment options.
The positive effects of taking finasteride for hairloss, with the poster being four months into treatment and seeing improved thickness on their right side of scalp. Another user replied expressing hope in having similar results after starting to take finasteride.
A user's experience with Dutasteride causing rapid hairloss and temple recession over 3 weeks, with other users offering advice about the potential causes of this.
A user's experience with hairloss treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, derma roller, nizoral shampoo and various vitamins; the user reported great progress over two months.
User tried various hairloss treatments with limited success. RU58841 was effective but caused side effects, now trying Eucapil and continuing Finasteride.
User shared personal hairloss treatment results using 0.5mg Fin daily, Min foam once a day, and Keto Shampoo twice a week. Significant improvement was observed, with others impressed and asking questions about the treatment.
19-year-old experiencing hairloss seeks advice on treatments. Suggestions include Finasteride, Minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and consulting a dermatologist.
User encourages taking finasteride for hairloss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.
Topical Dutasteride may halt hairloss and effectively treat androgenic alopecia. Combining low-dose oral Dutasteride with topical application could maximize regrowth and minimize side effects.
The user's experience using Minoxidil to treat hairloss, with discussion of Finasteride and RU58841 as additional treatments. Additional advice is provided on ketozolin shampoo use and microdosing finasteride.
A user discusses their hairloss journey, starting with 5% minoxidil and nizoral, and now using DualGen-15 Plus with 15% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They also use biotin, pumpkin seed oil, Pura D'or Professional shampoo, and derma rolling, noting some shedding and side effects.
Finasteride is essential for hairloss prevention, while minoxidil is optional. Additional treatments include a natural shampoo, a healthy diet, scalp massages, microneedling, laser therapy, and supplements like fish oils and biotin.
A user is experiencing significant hairloss and stress, seeking advice on treatments. They are using Pura d'or shampoo and conditioner, biotin, and considering other options but are hesitant about treatments like Minoxidil due to the need for continuous use.
The user tried various treatments for hairloss, including finasteride, vitamins, Saw Palmetto, beta sitosterol, pumpkin oil, borage oil, stinging nettle, and emu oil. They recently noticed tiny black hairs, suggesting some improvement.
The user started using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) at 18, leading to healthier, thicker hair and reduced anxiety about hairloss. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to continue the treatment.
The user is happy with their 3-month hairloss treatment progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, derma stamping 1-2 times a week, and WaterMans shampoo. They noticed improvements despite initial shedding and stopped taking creatine, which they suspect might have affected hairloss.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved in 6 months using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, vitamins, derma-stamping, and rosemary oil. Hairloss reduced from 30-40 hairs to 2-3 hairs during showers.
The user shared a 4-month update on hairloss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma stamps, showing significant progress. The user experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment, updating monthly.
A user shared their experience with hairloss treatments, noting improvement after switching from minoxidil and finasteride to dutasteride. They observed new hair growth and reduced scalp inflammation, expressing hope for further progress.
A 30-year-old man using minoxidil for hairloss is seeing stabilization but no significant regrowth. He is hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and is seeking alternative methods to promote hair growth.
The conversation discusses using tretinoin for hairloss and skincare. Users share experiences, noting tretinoin's effectiveness in combination with minoxidil for hair and its proven benefits for anti-aging skincare.
The user shared their 4-month hairloss progress, noting initial hairloss followed by improvement. They used a dermaroller twice a week with varying needle sizes.
The DHT itch is linked to hairloss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.
The user is happy with their hairloss treatment after a year, using a topical finasteride/minoxidil gel, minoxidil foam, ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp with no side effects, emphasizing consistency. Replies praise the results and encourage continued use.
A user who had success with finasteride for hairloss for 4-5 years experienced shedding after a 3-week break. They tried various treatments including different finasteride brands, dutasteride, topical treatments, and supplements, but are still facing hairloss.
A dermatologist prescribed 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hairloss, advising against continuous use beyond 6 weeks. Users discussed potentially using the 1% version regularly, with a recommendation of 1 or 2 times a week.