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      community Approach: starting with dut then came om finestride

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user initially used dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, then switched to finasteride but experienced side effects and hair loss. They found better results with a natural supplement containing stinging nettle and beta-sitosterol, reporting thicker hair without side effects.

      community 2 years of dut (12 months 1.5mg/day + 12 months 1mg/day)

       1592 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 26-year-old used high-dose dutasteride monotherapy for two years, reporting significant hair regrowth without side effects. The user avoided combining it with minoxidil due to cardiac risk concerns.

      community Dutasteride and Sperm Volume concern

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride can significantly reduce sperm volume, with some users experiencing up to a 90% decrease. While some users report adaptation over time, others suggest switching to finasteride if side effects are too severe.

      community Additional supplements / peptides to maximize finasteride benefit

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is using finasteride, HGH, GHK-CU, BPC-157, KPV, biotin/collagen/keratin vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-dose naltrexone to address hair loss, avoiding minoxidil due to past shedding experiences. Adenosine is discussed as a potential alternative to minoxidil, though it is noted to be expensive and hard to find.

      community Sources for peptides and Dut/Fin

       1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on sourcing finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, as their doctors are unwilling to prescribe both finasteride/dutasteride and minoxidil simultaneously. They are also looking for sources of GHK-Cu and RU58841 in the USA, with suggestions including using services like Hims, ro.co, and Musely.

      community Oral DUT 0.5/ Oral MIN 5mg daily + occ MN

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced hair recovery using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg daily, considering increasing dutasteride dosage but concerned about cost and effectiveness. They noted progress and discussed alternatives like hair transplants and other medications.

      community Finasteride nuking 85%+ dht levels update

       25 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user discovered their previous hair loss medication was counterfeit and switched to Propecia, which significantly lowered their DHT levels. They plan to continue using Propecia and add oral Minoxidil to their routine for better results.

      community Do not use oral dutasteride from Strut Health.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  29 upvotes 4 years ago
      The ineffectiveness of Strut Health's dutasteride capsules, which are filled with raw powder instead of liquid and don't contain any buffering agents that would allow for absorption into the bloodstream. It is suggested to use other brands of liquid-filled dutasteride capsules for better results.

      community 8 months 5mg oral minoxidil. 0.5mg dut. 1.5mm dermastamp

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 22-year-old is using 5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and a 1.5mm dermastamp for hair loss, experiencing good results but feeling more sleepy. There is debate about the appropriate dermastamp size, with some suggesting 0.5mm is safer to avoid fibrosis.

      community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Making topical finasteride (without minox)

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is exploring making a low-dose topical finasteride solution without minoxidil, using stemoxydine as a vehicle. Others suggest buying from a supplier instead of making it themselves.

      community Switching to a more aggressive stack

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user switching to a more aggressive hair loss treatment, adding dutasteride 0.5mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg to their current regimen of finasteride 0.02%, minoxidil 5%, biotin, massages, and microneedling. Users suggest increasing finasteride dosage and caution about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.

      community Six month update: .5mg Dut, Min 5% foam, Olly hair gummies (all once daily)

       273 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased density after six months of using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 5% Minoxidil foam, and Olly hair gummies daily. The user plans to discontinue the gummies, believing the medications are primarily responsible for the improvement.

      community 2Y 5M on dut, ask me anything

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  130 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride without side effects, starting with finasteride and not using minoxidil or dermarolling. They attributed success to a unique genetic response to DHT blockers but did not share their full regimen, frustrating others.

      community RU58841 is great, super fast acting!

       6 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is praised for its fast-acting effects on hair regrowth, with the user also using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and GHKcu. Some users report side effects like chest pain, while others see positive results, but it's unclear which treatment is most effective due to multiple compounds being used simultaneously.

      community Should I hop on DUTASTERIDE at 18??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user, 18, is considering switching from topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil to dutasteride due to continued hair shedding. Other users shared their experiences with dutasteride, noting potential benefits and risks, including reduced sperm count.

      community 4 months on 2.5mg Dut + 5mg oral minox daily

       122 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 2.5mg daily of Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil, noting significant progress without major side effects. The user experienced an initial hair shed with Dutasteride, which stopped after starting Minoxidil, and recommends consulting a doctor before adjusting dosages.

      community Topical Finasteride in DMSO works?

      1 month ago
      Topical finasteride in DMSO is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Users share experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.

      community 22M, 6 months on dut, is this a W?

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and supplements for hair loss, experiencing shedding but some regrowth on the temples. Despite concerns about starting dutasteride, he is seeing positive results and hopes for long-term success.

      community Generic Minoxidil 2.5mg and Dutasteride 0.5mg tablet response

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses using Lonitab 2.5mg and Duman 0.5mg for hair loss and considering switching to Dava India's minoxidil and dutasteride tablets. Users suggest sticking with reputable brands like Cipla and Dr. Reddy's, and mention that Dava is trustworthy.

      community Great gains on 500mg fin and 1000mg min everyday

      in Satire  768 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses exaggerated hair growth results using 500mg finasteride and 1000mg minoxidil daily, with side effects including a bloody nose and lowered libido. It also jokes about microneedling, hair transplants, and elephants, suggesting the post is satirical.

      community inactive ingredients of Sandoz Finasteride 5mg compared too Proscar and Propecia?

       3 upvotes 11 years ago
      The conversation discusses the differences in inactive ingredients between Sandoz 5mg Finasteride and Proscar/Propecia, questioning the purpose of certain additives like Docusate sodium. It seeks to determine if these differences affect the effectiveness of the treatment for hair loss.

      community 0.5mg Dut, 5mg oral min 1 year 2 months.

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil over a year and two months. Users suggest switching back to finasteride, considering topical treatments, and consulting a dermatologist for better results.

      community Was scared to try fin and jumped straight to 2.5mg Dut?

       36 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user started with oral minoxidil and switched to 2.5mg dutasteride, experiencing significant hair growth without side effects. They believe dutasteride has fewer side effects than finasteride due to its action on both type 1 and 2 5-alpha reductase enzymes.