Finasteride treatment slows down hair loss, boosts hair growth, and may increase hair thickness or length, but it can cause side effects like decreasedlibido and depression in less than 1% of people.
Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreasedlibido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.
The user has experienced noticeable hair regrowth after 3 months using minoxidil daily, finasteride every other day, a derma stamp 2-3 times a week, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo. They adjusted finasteride usage due to decreasedlibido and are nearing the end of the shedding phase.
The user reports positive progress in hair growth using 0.25mg finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, with minimal hair shedding and some new hair growth. They experienced decreasedlibido with finasteride but no longer have side effects from minoxidil.
The user is seeing early hair growth results from using 0.25mg Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, with some initial side effects like light aching and decreasedlibido that are improving. They experienced normal shedding after starting Minoxidil and are considering increasing the Finasteride dose if needed.
A user is considering starting finasteride after quitting minoxidil due to scalp inflammation, despite ongoing hair shedding and a worsening crown area. Another user suggests taking finasteride in the morning to minimize focus on potential side effects like slightly decreasedlibido.