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      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 Switched from topical to oral min after one month of topical

       13 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil due to scalp flakiness and is concerned about increased shedding. Other users suggest starting with a lower dose of oral minoxidil and gradually increasing it, while monitoring blood pressure, to manage shedding and side effects.

      community Who switched BACK TO FIN after a year+ on DUT?

       6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some users experienced better results with finasteride after switching from dutasteride, despite dutasteride being stronger. Side effects and continued hair shedding were common issues with dutasteride, leading some to revert to finasteride.

      community 7 Months Minoxidil: Worse? Help!

       15 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 12 years and added oral minoxidil nearly 7 months ago but sees little improvement and possible worsening of hair loss. They are considering adding or switching to dutasteride and exploring microneedling and laser treatments to improve results.

      community Hair restoration : Minox + Fin

       141 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old male used oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, later transitioning to oral minoxidil, to stop hair loss and improve hair density. He plans a future hair transplant and experienced temporary libido changes but no permanent side effects.

      community Exalted Dutasteride master race

       4 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride is seen as a more effective treatment for hair loss compared to finasteride and minoxidil, with users noticing reduced hair fall and thicker hair within weeks. Many users report taking 0.5 mg of Dutasteride daily, sometimes alongside finasteride, and suggest transitioning gradually to avoid shedding.

      community Someone please offer reassurance

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 19-year-old male is experiencing hair shedding while using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, dermastamping, and saw palmetto, and is considering switching to finasteride for better results. Users suggest that saw palmetto may not be effective and recommend finasteride instead, while also discussing other treatments like rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and pumpkin seed oil.

      community My report taking dutasteride 0.5 and oral minoxidil 2.5 for 70 days

      in Update  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported initial shedding but noticed darkening and thickening of hair at the temples after 70 days of using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 2.5 mg. Others shared similar experiences and advised patience, as early shedding is common and improvement may take 6 to 12 months.

      community When to switch finasteride/dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some users switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects or reduced effectiveness, while others experienced worsened hair loss after switching. Concerns about cost and long-term health effects of dutasteride were also discussed.

      community Stopped Fin and Min for 3 months.

      in Minoxidil  100 upvotes 2 months ago
      Stopping Minoxidil and Finasteride for three months led to significant hair shedding, prompting the user to resume treatment. The user experienced dry eyes as a side effect of Finasteride and noted that Minoxidil affected blood pressure.

      community Rate my stack - suffering from male pattern baldness

       13 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is using a combination of oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, topical solutions, and supplements to combat male pattern baldness, with plans to add RU58841. Some users suggest adding treatments targeting androgen receptors and question the necessity of certain supplements.

      community 19 months Topical Min/Fin - 7 months HRT

       1072 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and fullness after starting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with sublingual estrogen and spironolactone, in addition to using a topical solution of minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. They noted initial shedding phases but emphasized that shedding is a sign of future growth.

      community Topical fin (0.1%) and min (5%) for almost 2 years

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for almost two years with no visible improvement but stable hair loss. Suggestions include switching to oral finasteride and minoxidil, considering stronger treatments like dutasteride, and consulting a doctor for personalized advice.

      community A FULL YEAR of progress! (min & fin) GETTING WORSE!

       25 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old's hair loss worsened despite using finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, microneedling, and keto shampoo for a year. They are considering switching to dutasteride and improving their diet.

      community Does anyone use alfatradiol? Does it do anything at all??

       6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Alfatradiol is considered a mild treatment for hair loss, often used alongside other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Users report it helps maintain hair but is not effective for regrowth on its own.

      community The best hair restoration is the kind nobody notices

       1201 upvotes 4 months ago
      Matthew McConaughey's hair restoration methods are speculated to involve hair systems, transplants, and treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Many believe he falsely credits his hair regrowth to Regenix, while others suggest he uses a combination of treatments for a natural look.

      community What would an actual nuclear stack look like?

       42 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including high doses of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and other supplements like pumpkin seed oil and multivitamins. It also touches on more extreme measures like estrogen therapy and castration, with some users emphasizing the importance of overall health and nutrition.

      community 6 months on DUT, should I be disappointed?

       4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and dutasteride for six months, experiencing a complete stop in hair shedding but minimal regrowth. They are considering adding RU58841 for potential regrowth, with advice suggesting patience as significant results often take 12-24 months.

      community Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using Avodart Dutasteride 0.5mg and Roma Minoxidil 2.5mg to combat hair loss, with advice suggesting this combination is effective but may take 3-6 months to show results. The user is considering whether to continue the treatment or buzz their hair, seeking reassurance and advice from others.

      community Strategies for Treatment Resistant Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing treatment-resistant androgenic alopecia despite using high doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, along with other treatments like microneedling and purilutamide. Suggestions include considering a hair transplant, checking medication authenticity, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 or topical estradiol.

      community What is the goal of these people?

      in Chat  30 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss treatment and addresses misconceptions about its use in hormone replacement therapy. It also touches on the safety and long-term effects of finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism and others defending its safety profile.

      community 9 month update (0.5 dut/2.5 oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user reported improved hair quality and faster growth after switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite experiencing significant shedding. They take separate pills daily and are optimistic about future progress.