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      community (UPDATE, 22M) Receding hairline following period of insane gains.

       45 upvotes 3 days ago
      A user is experiencing hair shedding after initially gaining hair while using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day. Others in the conversation suggest that shedding cycles are common and recommend continuing the treatment, possibly adding oral minoxidil, and consulting a dermatologist if needed.

      community Minoxidil 5mg does not appear to perform better than 2.5mg

       320 upvotes 1 week ago
      Minoxidil 1.25mg twice daily is recommended by experts for better hair growth due to its short half-life, while some users report success with higher doses like 5mg. Oral minoxidil is becoming more popular than topical forms, with some users experiencing side effects like dizziness and palpitations.

      community I have female pattern hairloss at 18 and stuck between PRP and minoxidil

       5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      An 18-year-old with female pattern hair loss is considering between PRP and minoxidil treatments. Concerns include lifelong use of minoxidil, potential harm to pets, and unwanted hair growth, while PRP is seen as costly with minimal gains; oral minoxidil is suggested as an alternative.

      community (24M) 2 months on 1mg of finasteride

       13 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 24-year-old male shares his progress after two months on 1mg finasteride, noting significant improvement despite some side effects like anxiety and reduced libido, which improved by skipping doses every two days. Other users discuss potential dose adjustments and alternative approaches to hair loss, including embracing baldness.

      community Minoxidil cannot survive summer in warehouses or UPS trucks

       64 upvotes 1 month ago
      Minoxidil's effectiveness may not be significantly impacted by high temperatures during shipping, as it undergoes stability tests to withstand extreme conditions. Users discuss concerns about oxidation and storage, but experts suggest that short-term exposure to heat is unlikely to degrade the product.

      community Going from ingesting topical minoxidil to oral tablets?

       9 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to oral tablets due to cost and convenience, but is concerned about dosage differences and potential hair loss. They have been ingesting minoxidil residue from their fingers, leading to unwanted body hair growth, and are also taking dutasteride.

      community 2 years or dutasteride and oral minoxidil results

       753 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil led to thicker hair and reduced hairline recession. Occasional flushing from minoxidil will be managed by lowering the dose.

      community Car broke down after 6 years on oral fin

       915 upvotes 4 months ago
      Finasteride is humorously blamed for causing car problems and bizarre side effects. Users joke about switching to treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil.

      community My 2 Years Progress (Hair Recovery)

       1465 upvotes 4 months ago
      A person shared their hair regrowth journey using HIMS topical treatments with finasteride, minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling. They also discussed their transition as a transgender woman and the positive impact of HRT on hair recovery.

      community We made the NY Times: Finasteride for Male Baldness is Rewriting the Rules of Male Beauty

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  242 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride is being discussed as a significant treatment for male baldness, with some users sharing positive experiences and increased confidence, while others express concerns about potential side effects like loss of libido and erectile dysfunction. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the drug's impact and the broader societal implications of changing beauty standards.

      community How good are anti-androgens? Are they worth seeking?

      in Research/Science 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and potential additions like topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and topical anti-androgens such as RU58841. The effectiveness and worth of these treatments, including localized dutasteride mesotherapy, are considered.

      community Huge hair shedding on Astaxanthin.

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community top things to do once you cure your hairloss

       210 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with users joking about misleading others to keep treatments secret. It includes sarcastic comments about side effects and ineffective remedies.

      community Dutasteride during virilization?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.

      community Growing hair witch capsaicin and occasional topical minoxidil

       60 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their experience using capsaicin from chili peppers and occasional topical minoxidil to promote hair growth, noting noticeable improvements without significant side effects. They previously experienced side effects from dutasteride and minoxidil but found the new regimen effective and manageable.

      community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

      community Hair line Mount Rushmore. Bastards lol.

      in Chat  851 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hairlines and hair loss treatments like finasteride and hair transplants. Celebrities' hairlines are discussed, noting genetics and interventions.

      community Homemade topical dutasteride/finasteride

       4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses making homemade topical solutions of dutasteride or finasteride using tablets, with suggestions to use alternatives like MinoxidilMax or stemoxydine due to difficulties in formulation. Some users recommend sticking to oral pills for effectiveness and ease.

      community Huge anxiety after taking finasteride

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experiences severe anxiety and physical symptoms after taking finasteride and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since dutasteride is unavailable. They suspect an allergic reaction to finasteride and have stopped using it.

      community Does this look like hair regrowth at all?

      in Is this regrowth? 9 months ago
      The conversation is about hair regrowth, with the original poster using natural oils and supplements like pumpkin seed, saw palmetto, and zinc, while considering pharmaceutical options like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Most users suggest using finasteride or dutasteride for effective results, as natural remedies are seen as ineffective.

      community How come topical finasteride even works at all?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 10 months ago
      Topical finasteride can effectively reduce scalp DHT by targeting local enzymes, despite less systemic impact compared to oral forms. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil may enhance hair loss prevention, though evidence of its effectiveness is limited.