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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 7 Months. 1mg fin. min once at night. Weekly 1.5mm Microneedling.
The conversation is about a user's progress in treating hair loss using 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil once at night, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. The user reports significant improvement and no side effects, while others discuss their experiences and offer advice on similar treatments.
community C’est terrible - at my wits end
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.
community A Different Take on Curing MBP
Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.
community 11mth daily 0.5mg oral finasteride
The user experienced significant hair regrowth with 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, despite a minoxidil allergy, and reported no side effects. They also used a keto shampoo and were satisfied with the results.
community After using fin for 1.5 years, i switched to 0.5 dut daily
After switching from finasteride to 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, the user experienced thinner hair but no shedding. They are considering continuing dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil, while also dealing with allergy-like symptoms possibly unrelated to the medication.