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Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.
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30-60 / 1000+ resultscommunity Doctor says i shouldn't take fin because its "hormonal"
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.
community 6 months update. Have I made some progress?
A user shared their 6-month hair loss treatment regimen, including Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and keto shampoo, and asked for feedback on their progress. They are seeking opinions on whether their hair has regrown.
community Is it possible for Dutasteride to make one mentally slow?
Dutasteride may cause mental fog, vision blurriness, and sleep issues. Users suggest trying topical versions of the drug to mitigate side effects.
community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.
A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
community Finasteride not working isnt it MPB?
A user is concerned that finasteride isn't working for their hair loss, questioning if it's due to male pattern baldness or low iron levels. They are advised to take finasteride daily and get blood work done.
community 3 months only fin + vitamins update
User shared a 3-month update on using finasteride and vitamins (Zinc, D3, B12, Magnesium) for hair loss. Progress pictures show improvement, and other users commented on their experiences and asked about specific vitamins.
community What worked for you guys with Retrograde Alopecia (Thinning on the Side)
People discussed treatments for hair thinning on the sides, mentioning Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841. One person is currently using Finasteride and seeking advice on its effectiveness for this issue.
community Hairloss - what hormones to check?
The user is concerned about hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and topical minoxidil. They are seeking advice on additional blood tests to identify potential causes.
community Could this shampoo that's meant to restore hair cause a shed before causing regrowth?
The user started experiencing hair thinning in November and began using a specific shampoo and conditioner about two weeks ago, but noticed quicker thinning since starting the product. They are questioning if the product could cause initial shedding before promoting hair regrowth, similar to how finasteride works.
community M44 Hairloss Trichotest and Finasteride
User received Trichotest results not recommending Finasteride. They are on Oral Minoxidil 2.50 and considering adding Finasteride.
community 8 months fin. 0.5 mg . 4 times a week. Gluten free diet 5 months. Planning to micronedling soon
User shared 8-month progress with finasteride 0.5 mg 4 times a week and gluten-free diet for 5 months, improving hair loss. Plans to try microneedling soon.
community Cigarette smokers had increased serum levels of DHT 14% higher than non smokers.
The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hair loss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hair loss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hair loss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.
community Fuck hair loss; acquire beard.
A user's transformation from an accountant to a spartan with a full beard, discussing the potential of DUPA and alopecia areata, as well as treatments like vitamins, topicals, and natural treatments for potential regrowth.
community Scientific Review: Saw Palmetto is not effective for treating hair loss and does not inhibit DHT to the extend that most people think. Anti-Hair loss claims are invalid.
Saw Palmetto is not effective for hair loss treatment and is not a recommended alternative to finasteride due to its inability to significantly inhibit DHT.
community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.
A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.
community I'm a tressless woman who's ready to call it quits.
A woman who is considering giving up on her hair loss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.
community 2020-2024 journey. 1mg Finasteride daily. 5% minoxidil daily.
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.
community Balding at such young age effed me up terribleably and it's getting worse
An 18-year-old is experiencing worsening hair loss, feeling isolated, and considering treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Others suggest seeing a dermatologist to determine the cause and potential treatments.
community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground…
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hair loss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.
community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
community 1 year of finasteride.but from past month i am noticing my hair density is decreasing. I think it’s seasonal shed or 😭
User experienced hair density decrease after 1 year of finasteride. Others shared similar experiences, suggesting it could be a temporary shed and discussed various treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, and ketoconazole.
community Balding at the age of 17 years old
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.
community 3.5 months progress on only oral finasteride 1.25mg daily
User shared 3.5 months progress on oral finasteride 1.25mg daily with no side effects. Other users commented on the effectiveness and shared their experiences.
community 2~ year progress update! 1mg FIN 2.5mg oral MIN daily. (26)
User shared a 2-year progress update on hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil for ease of use and showed significant improvement.
community 23M. No motivation to take topical min and dut tablets anymore. Please help.
A 23-year-old male, experiencing hair loss since his teens, struggles with motivation to continue using minoxidil and dutasteride due to depression and stress. Suggestions include resuming medication, therapy, improving mental well-being, and considering lifestyle changes like exercise and social support.
community 10 months on fin and hairline destroyed.
A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.
community I regrew my hairline in 2 years. Never give up hope. No transplant involved either.
A user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and a diet change, without a hair transplant. Despite skepticism from others, the user insists the results are natural and encourages consistency and dietary adjustments.
community I can't believe what I'm seeing (aged 31, NW1, diffuse thinning, nearly 5 months on Finasteride 0.75mg MWF, exact same haircuts 6 months apart)
A 31-year-old with diffuse thinning experienced significant hair regrowth after nearly 5 months on Finasteride 0.75mg MWF. Despite initial side effects like testicle pain and reduced sex drive, these issues resolved, and positive effects included reduced nighttime urination and scalp itching.
community Next month marks 2 years on Dutasteride. When does it start working?
A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.