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      community How analogous are pumpkin seeds to fin/dut?

      9 months ago
      Eating pumpkin seeds is unlikely to cause significant hormonal changes or side effects like decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Pumpkin seeds are not an effective substitute for finasteride or dutasteride in treating hair loss.

      community It’s been a while, figured it’s time for a scalp check. Finasteride only progress.

       346 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old has been using finasteride for over two years, initially at 1.25mg daily and later at 5mg weekly, resulting in stable hair condition with some regrowth and minimal side effects. The user reports high libido and a protein and vegetable-heavy diet, with initial watery semen as the only side effect.

      community My Estradiol was 52 pg/mL (high) should I avoid topical Fin?

       3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about starting topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and the potential risk of gynecomastia. Suggestions include using ultrasensitive estradiol tests and considering aromatase inhibitors like zinc, ZMA, or DIM supplements.

      community Minoxidil + Fin 1 mg + Dermaroller 1x week - 1 year results

      in Is this regrowth?  103 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user used Minoxidil twice daily, 1 mg finasteride in the morning, and a dermaroller weekly for a year but is unhappy with the results and sperm quality. Others suggest continuing the regimen, noting hair maintenance and thickness, and considering additional treatments like dutasteride or a hair transplant.

      community Progress 9 months finesterid 2,5 months minoxidil

       1247 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride for 9 months and minoxidil foam for 2.5 months, with minimal side effects. Hair thickening was noticed after 4-5 months, with no significant shedding.

      community Best supplements to compliment finasteride protocol

       17 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses supplementing a finasteride regimen for hair loss with Omega 3, Vitamin D/K, Zinc, probiotics, and possibly adding oral minoxidil, magnesium, astaxanthin, and B vitamins. Users suggest testing nutrient levels before adding supplements like zinc and iron, and consider biotin, keratin, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding topical minoxidil.

      community Fin nuked my libido to below zero

       141 upvotes 1 week ago
      Finasteride improved hair but severely reduced libido. Users suggest stopping or adjusting the dosage, considering alternatives like Dutasteride, or consulting a doctor.

      community 22M , A year of progress on finesteride

       39 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced progress with 0.5 mg daily finasteride for hair loss but noticed recent shedding, which may be a synchronized shed. Users suggest continuing the current dose, considering increasing to 1 mg, or exploring additional treatments like GHK-cu, while noting that watery semen is a common side effect.

      community Increased efficacy of fin/dut: with or without meal?

       6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Taking dutasteride with a meal containing fat may improve absorption, but consistency in routine is more important than timing. Minor variations in absorption won't significantly affect efficacy due to dutasteride's long half-life.

      community Longterm ru58841 users + my experience

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 users report mixed results, with some experiencing no benefits and others noting regrowth but potential side effects. Many prefer finasteride and minoxidil due to better-studied safety profiles.

      community 100 Days - Min + Fin chewable daily

      in Is this regrowth?  267 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using chewable minoxidil and finasteride for 100 days, noticing some hair thickening and feeling more confident. The chewables contain 3mg minoxidil and 1.1mg finasteride.

      community Dutasteride 0.5mg every 5 days

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% topical Finasteride and is considering adding 0.5mg Dutasteride every 5 days to stabilize hair regrowth. Consistency with treatment is advised, and there is no strong evidence linking Finasteride or Dutasteride to fertility issues.

      community 6 month long shed after increasing fin dosage

       91 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user increased their finasteride dosage to 1.25mg six times a week alongside twice-daily minoxidil, resulting in a prolonged six-month hair shedding period. Despite no side effects, they regret increasing the dosage and are advised to stay the course as shedding is common with these treatments.

      community Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!

       4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.

      community high estrogen levels after 10month fin

       9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced high estrogen levels after 10 months of taking 1mg oral finasteride but is happy with hair regrowth. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and are also taking DIM and Zinc supplements.

      community (24m) min + fin progress over 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  323 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 24-year-old male used a daily oral combination of minoxidil (3mg) and finasteride (1.2mg) for three months, along with weekly microneedling, and reported significant hair regrowth and thickness improvement without side effects. Some users expressed skepticism about the rapid results, while others shared their own experiences and congratulated the progress.

      community 10-Months of 1.25mg Fin EOD No Minoxidil | 23M

       94 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old male used 1.25mg finasteride every other day for 10 months without minoxidil, noticing results at the 4-month mark and experiencing a minor shed at the 8-month mark. He also added Nizoral to his routine and reported no side effects, maintaining consistent use at 7:00 PM.

      community 11mth daily 0.5mg oral finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  835 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth with 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, despite a minoxidil allergy, and reported no side effects. They also used a keto shampoo and were satisfied with the results.

      community Actifolic RU58841 and others Scam?

       5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Actifolic's RU58841 and Pyri products are perceived as ineffective, with users reporting no side effects or improvements, suggesting possible quality issues. Users recommend alternative sources and emphasize the importance of timing when using RU58841 with Minoxidil.

      community Best supplements to take while on fin to avoid sides?

       25 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses using zinc and iron supplements to mitigate side effects of finasteride. It also mentions that shedding is a normal part of the process and suggests a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep to support hair health.

      community EssenGen 6-Plus with PG Results - 12 Weeks (Update 2)

       1192 upvotes 9 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using EssenGen 6-Plus with 6% minoxidil and 0.05% finasteride, along with Nizoral shampoo, over 12 weeks. No side effects were experienced, highlighting the benefits of a low dose.