User experienced 100% testosterone increase after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hairloss. Some users discuss potential side effects and reasons for the increase.
User shared 5-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hairloss, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1. User also mentioned weight loss after a breakup and starting gym alongside hairloss treatment.
The conversation discusses a claim that peppermint oil is more effective than minoxidil for hairloss, with one user mentioning using a mix of peppermint and rosemary oils as a treatment. Some users are skeptical, while others show interest in the potential of peppermint oil.
The user's experience with rosemary oil as a hairloss treatment and its effectiveness; they discuss other treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; there is also discussion of combining oils like peppermint oil, zix, and dermapen.
A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hairloss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.
The conversation is about the potential effectiveness of a hairloss treatment called pyrilutamide. One person has been using it since September and reports positive results.
The conversation discusses the storage and use of pyrilutamide for hairloss, where one user advises against keeping it in the freezer as it may crystallize the active compounds.
A user's eight-month progress in treating his hairloss using finasteride (1mg daily) and nizoral shampoo (2x a week), as well as microneedling every 10 days; other users have also reported success with finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hairloss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
The user shared progress pictures after 5 months of Dutasteride Mesotherapy for hairloss. Commenters noted no visible change or worsening hair condition.
User celebrates 2-year anniversary of 2500 FUE hair transplant procedure and worries about future hairloss. Others compliment the results and suggest using Dut and Min to maintain hair.
This conversation is about a user's experience with treating hairloss using minoxidil daily, finasteride 1.25 mg every other day and micro needling once a week, as well as their experiences with the side effects of finasteride. Replies to their post shared similar experiences and advice on switching from topical minoxidil to oral.
A user's experience with taking finasteride and dutasteride to address hairloss, and the proactive approach they took to maintain their hair. They discussed using these medications every day and transitioning between them.
After 1.5 years on finasteride and dutasteride with continued hairloss, the user noticed a significant reduction in hair shedding, attributing it to the consistent use of finasteride, along with a no-shampoo approach, multivitamins, vitamin D, and restarting minoxidil. Other users shared their happiness for the improvement and noted that hairloss can fluctuate naturally over time.
A 28 year old man's 18-month journey to treat his hairloss with Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral and T/GEL. He experienced some side effects along the way, including translucent semen and scalp less oily.
A user shared their 115-day progress in treating hairloss using 5% Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, biotin, microneedling, and collagen peptides. They reported visible improvement and no side effects from topical Finasteride, unlike the oral form.
How actor Ashton Kutcher used Dutasteride (Avodart) to treat his hairloss at age 25, but stopped taking it due to potential side effects when he wanted to have kids; and the discussion of various treatments for hairloss such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hairloss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.
A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female Pattern HairLoss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for 11 months and minoxidil for 4 months to combat hairloss, experiencing significant improvement and regrowth. The user applies 1mg of finasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, noting that both treatments have contributed to the progress.
An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hairloss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.
The conversation discusses whether oily scalp and sebum can hinder the absorption of topical hairloss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, even when using tretinoin. The user is skeptical about the effectiveness of these treatments due to their oily scalp condition.
A user is deciding between oral and topical finasteride for hairloss, noting oral finasteride's ease of use but broader effects. Another user simply recommends oral finasteride.
A user shared their 34-month update on using finasteride for hairloss, noting they maintained regrowth even after stopping minoxidil a year ago. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed admiration for the results.
A 47-year-old user shared their 6-month hairloss treatment results using a Fin/Min spray and weekly dermarolling. They experienced scalp irritation with other products but found success with the Hims Fin/Min spray, noting improvements around the 5th month.
A user shared their 9-month progress using Propecia and minoxidil for hairloss, noting significant daily shedding. Others suggested potential vitamin/mineral deficiencies and offered encouragement.
A user shared their 3-year experience using finasteride for hairloss, reporting significant improvement and no side effects. They are now starting dutasteride and plan to update on progress in a year.
The post discusses using 2% ketoconazole shampoo as a competitive androgen receptor antagonist for hairloss, applied for 1.5 hours daily. The user questions its effectiveness and potential benefits compared to finasteride and minoxidil.