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Finasteride tablets for hair loss
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My hair loss and other symptoms started right before I was diagnosed for hypothyroidism. My levels have been good for over a year now but I have not stopped losing hair. I have addressed vitamin anemia to my doctor but they don’t seem concerned due to my iron levels are fine (though my B12 is on the low side) I take vitamins and HairlaVive (it’s a hair loss medicine) plus I use Keranique shampoo/conditioner and their nightly scalp regimen.
My nails look great and I have hair growth but I am losing more than I’m gaining. Like bald patches are forming.
The minoxidil, is that a tablet or a serum? I may have to try it. I’m desperate.
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i tried minoxidil foam for years with very little sucess. i now take the monoxidil pill 2,5 and it is much better and cheaqper than the foam. it does make your hair very thik. good luck.
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You can get it in foam to apply locally OTC (basically Rogain) you apply to the scalp or the pills. I take a daily tiny dose, I will likely increase it soon. It’s basically 1/4 of a pill.
Mine is prescription from my dermatologist. It’s from a specialty pharmacy that mails it to me for a very low price. You have to take it daily. And, the theory is you must take it indefinitely, which is ok with me if it helps me keep my hair.
I’m not sure if the B12 will completely reverse and I won’t need the Minoxidil of not. Will figure it out down the road.
I did read that timing is important, so I’d try to start it asap if your doctor approves it. I’d also try to find a dermatologist or hair loss specialist to figure out exactly what is causing it. I wish you luck!