Comparing the effectiveness and sideeffects of topical finasteride versus oral finasteride, with people sharing their experiences using both treatments to manage hair loss.
The positive effects of taking finasteride for hair loss, 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.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride, including anxiety and libido issues, and is currently using topical minoxidil and microneedling. They are considering trying dutasteride but are concerned about potential sideeffects.
Dutasteride may have fewer sideeffects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer sideeffects, while others see no significant hair improvement.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride but found success with Dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They recommend trying Dutasteride if finasteride causes issues.
A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe sideeffects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.
A user initially had sideeffects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.
A person experienced sideeffects from topical finasteride and is now trying a low dose of oral finasteride (0.1mg) for hair maintenance, alongside topical minoxidil, Fluridil, CosmeRNA, and exosomes. They are also taking resveratrol and nettle leaf to mitigate sideeffects.
A user experienced initial sideeffects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.
The post discusses the sideeffects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential sideeffects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
The user experienced concerning sideeffects like throat irritation, shortness of breath, chest pain, and testicle pain after using RU58841 for hair loss, despite also using finasteride and minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences, with one advising to stop using RU58841 due to similar sideeffects, while another reported significant hair loss reduction without sideeffects.
This conversation discussed the sideeffects of Minoxidil for hair loss, with users sharing their experiences. Treatments such as Retinol and Tretinoin were suggested alongside topical or oral Minoxidil to reduce any negative impacts.
The conversation is about seeking alternatives to finasteride for hair loss treatment due to concerns about sexual sideeffects, with pyrilutamide mentioned as a potential alternative.
User experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride sideeffects.
A user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
The user experienced sideeffects from daily finasteride and reduced the dosage to 0.25mg twice a week while continuing minoxidil. They are considering topical anti-androgens but are concerned about application difficulties and potential sideeffects.
OP is experiencing severe sideeffects from daily Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and Biotin use and is considering reducing Minoxidil to once or twice a week. A response advised seeing a doctor due to heart-related issues.
OP experienced sideeffects from finasteride and is considering using RU58841 to prevent hair loss during a testosterone cycle. They have also used minoxidil, Nizoral, alfatradiol, and fluridil successfully.
The user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride and is considering a combination therapy including Minoxidil, Tretinoin, microneedling, caffeine, and other ingredients. They are also thinking about adding red light therapy and microneedling once per week.
The user experienced severe sideeffects when using topical Dutasteride and RU58841 together and is considering using them at different times of the day. They are seeking advice on whether this approach might reduce sideeffects.
The user experienced sideeffects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential sideeffects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.
The user experienced sideeffects from various hair loss treatments, including RU58841, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are uncertain about what treatment to try next.
A user experiencing sideeffects from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical solution for hair loss reduced their dosage due to numbness and pain in the lower body and is seeking advice on dosage and alternatives like redensyl. They are concerned about the sideeffects of both medications and are considering adjusting the dose or switching treatments.
The user experiences sideeffects from minoxidil and is considering alternatives like stemoxydine and adenosine for hair regrowth and density, but finds options like caffeine and various oils unreliable. They are also using a 5AR inhibitor (finasteride).
The user experienced severe sideeffects with topical finasteride, continued using Minoxidil, and was advised to try topical dutasteride after a test suggested they might not respond to finasteride. They are hesitant to start the new treatment due to past sideeffects.
The user experienced sideeffects from RU58841, including dry eyes and potential eyesight issues, and decided to stop using it. They confirmed the product's legitimacy but advised caution due to its experimental status and lack of safety data.
The user experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and switched to a DIY topical solution, then to Essegen F. They noticed increased hair shedding with the topical finasteride and are concerned about its normalcy and duration.
The user experienced sideeffects from finasteride and minoxidil, switched to Nanoxidil with no sideeffects, and is now on 0.5mg finasteride 3-5 times a week but is concerned about significant hair shedding and lack of new growth. They are seeking encouragement and advice on whether to trust the process.
A user experienced sideeffects from topical ethanol Finasteride and is seeking advice on purchasing liposomal Finasteride in Europe, specifically Germany. They are unsure where to buy it and if it's worth trying.
The effects of Finasteride on hair loss and its side-effects, such as aching balls. The user has been taking it for two years with no changes to the symptom.