The conversation humorously discusses the side effects of finasteride, particularly sexual dysfunction. Users share mixed experiences, with some reporting issues and others not.
A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.
A 17-year-old user reports significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil once daily. Other users discuss the effectiveness and age considerations of finasteride.
The conversation discusses using very low dose topical finasteride to achieve specific serum DHT reduction percentages. It concludes that finasteride dosage increases linearly between 5-30% DHT reduction but requires exponential increases for reductions up to 70%.
A user started taking finasteride due to increased hair shedding and sought advice on coping with the anxiety of starting the treatment. Responses included personal experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and tips for integrating the medication into daily routines.
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
User experienced significant hair loss after adding dutasteride to their finasteride and minoxidil regimen. They plan to revert to finasteride only due to lack of improvement.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
Dutasteride raises scalp testosterone by 99%, which may not be ideal for those sensitive to all androgens. Some argue finasteride's balancing act might be better, while others believe dutasteride is superior for hair regrowth.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
A user shared their 10-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily and micro-needling, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They plan to add oral minoxidil to boost hair density.
A user plans to order Pyrilutamide for hair loss after losing ground on finasteride. Another user advises against buying from Hairliciously, suggesting Amazon instead.
A user shared their 8-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride with no side effects and plans to start minoxidil. Another user commented that the results look great and suggested reconsidering starting minoxidil.
A user shared their progress using 1.25g finasteride daily for 3 years and 5g oral minoxidil for 10 months, reporting positive results. They seek advice on further improving their hairline, with no significant side effects mentioned.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using minoxidil twice daily and 0.25mg finasteride once daily for hair loss. The conversation includes comments on the user's posture in the photos and slight improvements in hair fullness.
Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.
A user shared their experience with finasteride, noting improved hair thickness but reduced libido and erection issues. They stopped finasteride, saw a return of libido but also rapid hair loss, and are now considering using Cialis to manage sexual side effects while on finasteride.
The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.
A user shared their successful 50-day progress using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss. They plan to switch to dutasteride after six months for potentially better results.
A 24-year-old shares a 1-month update on his hair regrowth journey using 1mg oral finasteride, 10mg oral minoxidil, dermarolling, and pyrilutamide. Replies suggest it may take a few hair cycles for vellus hairs to mature into normal hairs, with progress varying by individual.
A user shared their 4-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and minimal side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with different dosages and side effects.
The conversation discusses future hair loss treatments, with mentions of dutasteride potentially gaining FDA approval and increased popularity. Skepticism remains about significant advancements due to limited funding and reliance on cosmetic companies.
A user experienced significant hair loss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.
The conversation is about the positive impact of a subreddit on hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. Users express gratitude for the shared experiences and progress, which provide hope and reduce worries about hair loss.
A user shared their 9-month progress using Propecia and minoxidil for hair loss, noting significant daily shedding. Others suggested potential vitamin/mineral deficiencies and offered encouragement.
A user regrew all their hair, including temples and bald spots, after one year of finasteride and six months of oral minoxidil. They noted finasteride helped with the crown and bald spot, while minoxidil regrew the hairline and temples.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.
A 21-year-old user shared progress pictures showing hair loss treatment results after using finasteride for a year and minoxidil for 6-7 months. Despite some improvement, the user is unhappy with hair density and hairline.
A user shared their 16-month hair regrowth progress using oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, derma rolling, and occasional keto shampoo. The conversation includes positive reactions and jokes about their impressive results.