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      community 6 months of hair loss. 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil topically nightly, nizoral shampoo a few times, vitamin D has been optimized for several weeks, now starting Zinc supplementation

       12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing increased hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and optimizing vitamin D, is considering zinc supplementation and seeking a dermatology referral. Concerns about potential shedding, thyroid levels, and zinc dosage are discussed, with advice to monitor and avoid over-supplementation.

      community Current regimen: Topical finasteride 0.3% Minoxidil 6% once daily. 5 months. Also just started taking Zinc 20MG daily. Saw Palmetto 450mg daily. Hair, skin & nails supplements (includes a bunch of vitamins essential for hair skin and nails) Was debating on adding oral finasteride. Thoughts?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with zinc, saw palmetto, and hair supplements, but is unsure about the results and considering adding oral finasteride. Other users share mixed experiences with similar treatments, suggesting patience or switching to oral forms.

      community Insane hair regrowth 5 weeks on zinc, Vitamin D, Biotin (PLEASE READ CAPTIONS AND POST) - My zinc deficiency caused a receding hairline as well as diffuse miniaturization similar to DUPA

       49 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hair loss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hair loss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.

      community Clinical efficacy of popular oral supplements for AA

       1 upvotes 5 years ago
      Vitamins and minerals like vitamin E, zinc, and iron may aid hair growth, especially in cases of deficiency. Pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, horsetail, and AminoMar show some promise for improving hair health and count.

      community Supplements for hair growth (Alcoholics, Smokers; and Gym Goers)

       6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss and recommended supplements like magnesium, vitamin D, vitamin C, zinc, iron, and protein, along with using a dermaroller. They noted benefits such as accelerated fat loss, muscle growth, better digestion, increased testosterone, and improved hair and skin quality.

      community only microneedling and supplements

      in Progress Pictures  71 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.

      community Supplements for Health hair as for Gemini & Grok

       1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses various supplements and vitamins like Vitamin D3, K2, Biotin, Iron, Zinc, and B Vitamins for improving hair health. It also mentions a combination of Tocotrienols, Pycnogenol, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Stinging Nettle, and Myricetin for stabilizing hair, with Saw Palmetto, Pygeum, and Stinging Nettle noted for thickening hair despite side effects.

      community So what other supplements should you take alongside finasteride.

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride for hair loss and considers additional supplements like vitamin D3, melatonin, zinc, biotin, and minoxidil. There is debate over zinc's effectiveness, with some suggesting it may not be beneficial for hair loss.

      community Is it fine to take finasteride with other supplements?

       1 upvotes 2 years ago
      It's generally safe to take finasteride with ashwagandha, zinc, vitamin D, and magnesium, but caution is advised with saw palmetto. Consulting a healthcare professional is recommended for personalized advice.

      community Vitamins Deficiency and blood works result

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user planning to start minoxidil treatment and considering increasing zinc intake to improve testosterone and libido. They are concerned about potential hair loss due to increased testosterone and are advised to consider magnesium supplementation and the effects of DHT if not on finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Are these supplements good enough or am I missing something?

      1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for hair loss, with some users suggesting higher doses of Zinc and Vitamin C, while others recommend additional supplements like Saw Palmetto and Omega-3. It is concluded that multi-vitamins are often ineffective unless there is a deficiency, and excessive intake can harm hair follicles.

      community Vitamin D and Thinning

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and potential treatments, focusing on vitamin D supplements and their effects. Other suggestions include zinc, a high-protein diet, and coconut oil for hair health.

      community Best supplements to compliment finasteride protocol

       17 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses supplementing a finasteride regimen for hair loss with Omega 3, Vitamin D/K, Zinc, probiotics, and possibly adding oral minoxidil, magnesium, astaxanthin, and B vitamins. Users suggest testing nutrient levels before adding supplements like zinc and iron, and consider biotin, keratin, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding topical minoxidil.

      community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

       255 upvotes 1 year ago
      Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

      community MSM Supplementation is helping my hairs

       4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports that MSM supplementation has thickened their hair strands while using finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also take zinc, copper, B-complex, vitamin C, vitamin D3, and K2, and plan to add omega-3, magnesium, astaxanthin, and pterostilbene.

      community Does anyone have a list of vitamins that could help alongside dut and min?

       6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, and exploring additional vitamins and supplements like vitamin D, zinc, biotin, and omega-3 to support hair health. Users suggest getting a blood panel to identify deficiencies and emphasize the importance of protein and overall nutrition.

      community Unexpected hairline re-growth (taking new supplements)

       33 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user in their mid-30s experienced unexpected hairline regrowth after starting a new supplement stack, despite being on a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for over four years. The new supplements include Tongkat Ali, Fadogia Agrestis, Panax Red Ginseng, Vitamin B1, Vitamin D3, Zinc Picolinate, Magnesium Glycinate, Maca, and L-Citrulline.

      community Do Zinc and Iron supplements cure baldness

       7 upvotes 10 years ago
      Zinc and iron supplements alone are unlikely to cure baldness, but they might help if there's a deficiency. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Vitamin D supplements causing hair loss

      in Product 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing accelerated hair loss after starting vitamin D3 supplements, suspecting a link between the supplement and increased DHT levels. The user decides to stop taking the supplements, preferring natural sources of vitamin D.

      community Vitamin D, Zinc, Magnesium supps with Fin?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Taking vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium with finasteride may not counteract side effects like gynecomastia or depression, but they might help if there's a deficiency. Zinc and magnesium could support testosterone levels, and tadalafil is suggested for erectile dysfunction.

      community Been on fin but something in this supp is making me lose hair…

       3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss after taking a supplement containing zinc, magnesium, vitamin D, boron, tongkat ali, fadogia agrestis, and ashwagandha, while also using finasteride. Boron and tongkat ali were identified as potential causes due to their effects on testosterone levels, prompting the user to stop the supplement.

      community My bloodwork results from dermatologist

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and bloodwork results, focusing on zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing telogen effluvium after surgery and seeks advice on supplementation.

      community Quitting minox - going for alternatives

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to side effects and is trying alternatives like vitamin D supplementation, scalp massages, cold showers, oil treatments, zinc shampoo, and dermarolling. They report improved scalp health and some new hair growth, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of these methods.

      community "nuked libido" does that mean 0 erections or just less horny?

       5 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user discusses experiencing changes in libido and erections while on finasteride, noting that supplements like tongkat, citrulline, arginine, zinc, and vitamin D help maintain morning erections. Other users share varied experiences with finasteride, with some reporting reduced libido and weaker erections, while others notice no significant changes.

      community 1 year update. 23M. 1mg fin n 5% min topical every day.

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male shares a one-year update on using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily for hair regrowth, recently adding Revita shampoo, 2.5mg minoxidil in the morning, and Vitamin and Zinc supplements. He plans to continue this regimen and has a hair transplant scheduled for July.