Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.
A user shared their two-year progress using only topical finasteride for hair loss, recently adding keto shampoo, and plans for a hair transplant. They experienced regrowth and halted hair loss without using minoxidil due to side effects.
A user is seeking a new source for RU58841 in the EU after their previous supplier stopped selling it. They mention considering Anagen, Actifolic, Minoxidilmax, and rudirect, and are using a treatment mixing RU58841 with Stemoxydine and Alfatradiol.
A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.
The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.
The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and checking for nutrient deficiencies. Some users suggest adding hydrocortisone butyrate, low-dose progesterone, or tretinoin to treatment regimens, while others recommend cosmetic solutions like Toppik hair fibers or shaving the head.
People are discussing why some choose finasteride over dutasteride for hair loss, noting that while dutasteride is more effective, it's also more expensive, less researched, and potentially has more side effects. Some users shared personal experiences with side effects from both drugs, and others mentioned that finasteride is FDA approved for hair loss, while dutasteride is not, except in Japan.
The user has been treating hair loss with finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for several years without success and is experiencing an inflamed scalp, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice on additional treatments after these methods failed to improve their condition.
The user has been using topical Minoxidil and oral Finasteride for 6 months to treat hair loss, with noticeable improvement. Another user mentioned using unnamed drops for 4 months to successfully reduce a bald patch, but with less effect on a receding hairline.
The individual is experiencing hair loss due to insulin resistance (IR) and is seeking advice. They are currently using a keto diet, supplements, exercise, and plan to add metformin to their regimen.
The conclusion of the conversation is that dying the hair can be an effective method for managing hair loss, particularly for those with diffuse thinning.
The user reported significant hair recovery using topical minoxidil combined with the Age-R Booster-H-device, alongside oral finasteride and weekly dermaroller use. The device improved minoxidil absorption, leading to visible new hair growth.
User uses Costco brand Minoxidil as a hair product for styling and hold. Others agree that foam version is better for styling and less greasy than liquid.
User "hairplsrn" shares their hair loss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hair loss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.
A user's progress with hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil, with additional advice from other users about the use of dutasteride, LLLT (irestore hat), and Dr pen microneedling.
User Arrosis shared their 1-week experience using Pyrilutamide for hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and increased libido but also experiencing headaches, dizziness, and nipple sensitivity. They plan to try a lower frequency to see if it helps with side effects.
This conversation is about how topical treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride, can be replaced by drinking oral versions of the same medications to achieve better results with less hassle. Some users have already been doing this with positive results.
Individuals with oily scalps, dandruff, and diffuse thinning hair loss who have managed to either halt the loss or regrow their hair by using topical finasteride and minoxidil as well as microneedling and ketoconazole 2% shampoo.
Treating Black/ethnic hair loss with a combination of Minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral shampoo and derma pen treatments, as well as occasional Jamaican Black Caster Oil use. The user documented their progress over the course of 3.5 months, showing improvement in hair growth.
The user suspects finasteride worsened their hair loss despite no abnormal shedding and reduced hair fall initially. They are considering various options, including switching brands, trying topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, or waiting for new treatments.
A 24-year-old has been using finasteride for almost two years, along with ketoconazole shampoo, fish oil, saw palmetto, emu oil, and minoxidil for a period. They report positive results and invite questions about their experience.
A 23-year-old male has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and drinking topical minoxidil for almost four months to combat hair loss, seeing reduced shedding and some regrowth. Users advise against drinking minoxidil and suggest that using both finasteride and dutasteride together is overkill.
The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 1.5 years using dutasteride (DUT) and oral minoxidil. They switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil due to lack of results and experienced no side effects.
A user shared their 4-year hair regrowth journey using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil daily, reporting no side effects and noticeable improvement after 6 months. They also use a derma roller to help distribute the minoxidil foam.
Finasteride worked better for frontal scalp hair loss, while dutasteride helped the crown and mid-scalp but worsened the frontal area. The user shared personal experiences and invited open dialogue.
The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair growth after taking oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for 30 days. Other users expressed disbelief at the rapid results, with some attributing changes to camera effects.
A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.
The conversation is about the use of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss. There is little discussion found on this specific combination of treatments.