Hello dr, my age is 22 years and I have had hair thinning from a long time. It has been going downhill from the year 2015. I don't have mpb but my overall density of hair has significantly reduced in these years. Diffuse thinning I believe. Mothers and fathers side is all bald, father got rapidly bald at 29. For a past year I have started working out and my hairfall has aggravated. My head has become visible. My diet has been very good and balanced with good amount of protein. Last 4-5 months my workout has been even more harder and so my hairfall is getting even quicker. I used to have social anxiety about my body but now I am a very fit mascular indivisual so my confidence is sky high. I want to hop on fin and min, have done the research and understand that the risk is not as severe as people make it out to be. What should be my course of action from here?
@@hairtransplantinindia Thanks for the reply doc, I am not really aware about the specific numbers but I have a full beard, good libido and ample body hair.
I learned more from this Dr in an hour than any other youtube videos from the western world which is all about making more money. An honest well informed advice. I am impressed. Thank you dr
All doses of finasteride gave me symptoms of chest and nipple pain for years. Finally got a full blood test. Turns out my estrogen is on the higher side, but the main issue - my SHBG is very high…
Excellent advice. 1mg is too powerful for most men. I was on 1mg/3x a week to avoid sides and still got them after about 3 months. I think 60-90 days is when the Finasteride begins its peak levels of DHT suppression, which then brings the side effects.
Agreed, which is why I think there are so many reports of side effects and so many more of unreported sides. I am not sure how the industry came to the conclusion that 1mg daily should be the standard dose. Especially since .2mg daily has the same beneficial results with 80% less dosage.
@fatalradius I just started taking it 3 times per week, what sides did you get? And did you try out the 15 days pause after 3 months like recommended in this video?
Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your very broad knowledge and experience in the hair loss area. Do you have any video where you explain best strategies for people that worry about bad effects of using finasteride when trying to have a baby? Both before and during the pregnancy? Any precautions a man should take in order not to harm the newborn?
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Hello Doctor. You’re doing such a wonderful job by educating us on different hair issues. I’m a 50 years old healthy man who just started taking 1 mg of Finasteride on alternate days. Just after my second dose I’m noticing an urge to urinate specially at night time which I have never experienced before. I have been doing regular kegel exercise from many years and that helped me with my bladder control. Since this medication is for prostate, like to know if this is a side effect that causing me an urge for urinating. If so, what can be done? Please advise. Thanks
This is not a side effect. The medication was initially used for just this purpose. To help people to have easy micturition. In fact hair growth is a side effect.
Thanks for your reply. Much appreciated! there are lots of suggestions and videos on the benefits of Rosemary oil for hair restoration and growth. Wondering, if you have done any such videos on this involving science. And if one can start applying such oils after their hair transplant procedure as a replacement for minoxidil. Thanks
@@syedzaidi312 Theer are thousands of magical lotions and potions sold down the ages which are merely Old Wive's tales- supposedly truths but mere superstition.
Great work. You are best hair doctor in the world. I have been taking Finasteride 1mg for 30 years. I am 51 years old. In the last few years I have only taken it 3 times a week. Monday/Wednesday/Friday. Unfortunately, the effect of finasteride wears off. Can I also take 0.5 mg of dutasteride on Sunday? I always take finasteride in the morning. I prefer to take finasteride and dutasteride in the evening.
@@hairtransplantinindiasir my age is 20 I am taking finasteride and minoxidil from the 11 days so it will increase thickness and density of hair or not finasteride 1 mg daily ,minoxidil 20 percent?
Yes it will if your doctor has assessed your level of baldness and your family history of baldness correctly. 20% Minoxidil is not available in the market since it is dangerous and only as effective as 5% Minoxidil.@@agrimsingh-fn7op
Thank you for the video! Great content! What strategy would you advise for bodybuilders and people who go to the gym regularly? Im sure that has effects on testosterone levels
You need to see my videos on TRT and Finasteride. Your questions will be answered in great detail there. Also do not miss out the video on Exercise and hair loss.
Doctor, thank you for the video and such useful information. May I ask you a couple of additional questions? 1) A person takes Finasteride 1mg every night and has no noticeable side effects. Do you still recommend him to take breaks every three months for two weeks? 2) A person takes Finasteride 1mg 6 times per week and 0.5mg of Dutasteride 1 time instead of Finasteride for that day. What about breaks for this case? Still two weeks for every three months? Thanks in advance.
After the initial results have set in, breaks are mandatory every 3 months for 2 weeks in my experience or else you will not only develop tolerance, but will develop side effects.
Great video, very useful information - thank you Question regarding when to take finasteride - as mentioned, it's best to match the spikes of testosterone ("7-8am") and finasteride." Does finasteride get absorbed quickly, whereby taking it in the morning would match the testosterone spike, or would it be better to take it the night before say for instance 10pm so it can spike in the morning with ones testosterone ?
Hello Dr. Bhatti, thanks for the very informative video. Is there a reason that you avoid prescribing finasteride to patients with a history of OCD or anxiety/depression? Even if the patient is otherwise physically healthy, has ideal hormone levels, with no history of ED, and is willing to take microdoses of the drug?
I have a not too positive experience with people with OCD on Finasteride. They have a high chance of getting sides since they keep thinking about the effect Finasteride could have on their potency all the time- and this psychological overlay works negatively for them and for the drug's reputation.
I have history of anxiety anf depression. Didnt mention it on my doctor. Lol. Coz im really desperate to maintain what i currently have. You gotta have a strong mind and muscle through it.
Hey doc. Recently I completed 1 year on finesteride 1mg per and i stopped it every 3 month for 15 days. Now I am considering to take every alternate day, so should I take Or continue like before 1mg/day. If I will alternatively take it now then will it cause low dht blocking effect?
In the 15 days you stopped it, did you notice hair loss that is excessive? Next time take a 4 weeks gap and observe. We can then see if you can go on half dose.
Doctor is there any relationship between period of usage and chance of side effects, like usage for longer period have more chances than usage for few months..?
Excellent Video, many thx doc, Community appreciates. You recommend to take finasteride for 6 months post surgery. Is there any higher risk to extend to 12 months Or even more? Iam taking 1mg of finasteride daily since 6 months meanwhile, without any side effects, plus twice a week dutasteride as lotion to rub in.iam not sure wether its a bit overdosed! Any recommendations? thank you
Thanks for encouraging. At 6 months i assess the patient. If most transplanted hairs have normal caliber, and if his baldness has stabilised i will advise him to stop. But in the young in whom baldness is progressive, I will likely decrease the dosage and advise continuation of the drug for a few more years.
Hello Doctor, I’ve already been using Finasteride for 7 months everyday (0.5 mg 5 times per week and 1 mg dose 2 times per week, for a total of 4,5 mg per week) but at the 6th month I increased the dose and I had sides. Now I’ve interrupted for 2 months because I’ll have a hair transplant, I’m young Norwood 4 almost 5. Can I take after my hair transplant 0.5 mg per day (maybe once or twice a week 1mg) at 11 pm so that I can increase the effectiveness of the pill and avoid sides? Thanks in advance
Thanks for watching. As mentioned in my video titled '100 points you should know about Finasteride', one should not take a chance by reducing the dosage from 1 mg a day for 6 months. Most strategies work by trial and error, and this 6 months period does not allow this luxury. Grafts are limited and we would not wish to lose them forever.
Great advice as always Dr Bhatti. So many people are too eager to throw the baby out with the bath water. Simple yet sage protocols that you have given will enable people to benefit from 5ar inhibitors that might otherwise cease treatment altogether. Thanks for sharing!
nice information Sir . Which is the best time to take finesteride ... You have said in video that testosetorone levels are high in 7am to 8 am in normal person and is it the best time to take finesteride for maximum results???
Hi, thank you for this informative video. I'm sorry if you have already covered this question, but is finasteride ototoxic, that is, is there a risk of getting tinnitus from taking finasteride?
Hi doctor, I'm a continuous follower of you from Kerala..first of all big thanks for you scientific advises for educate all the things about hair treatments.. 3 months back I have faced depression and anxiety disorder issue...now everything is ok..but I have to take medicine for 1 year..now I have been talking antidepressants since last 3 months..mirsol 45 mg and ventab 150 mg...6 months back I did my hair transplant..I never took finastrade yet..Now planning to take finastrade 1 mg in Monday, Wednesday and Friday...my humple question for you is is there any interaction with medicines...is finastrade affect my mental issue...? I have no fear on finastrade..I know most of the news about finastrade is exaggerated things..My is question is is there any interaction with my antidepressants medicine and is finastrade has any role in depression and anxiety disorder...kindly advise me😊
These 22 drugs interact with Finasteride: www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/finasteride.html Also watch my video: ruclips.net/video/Tu63QpxFGxM/видео.html
Sir, should i take finasteride daily or alternate days. is there any difference or it provides same results. Please sort out my confusion. you are such a great helper out there.
Hello doctor. I recently started taking Finasteride for the first time ever, 0.5 mg daily, but after 6 days I experienced mild sexual side effects. Would you recommend to stop and then start again with 0.5 mg every 2 days, or is there no point in stopping and I can just continue to take it by lowering the frequency right away? Thank you.
@@hairtransplantinindia I didn't measure it. How long do you think I need to be off Finasteride before I can take a testosterone test to measure its levels?
Sir, how much of an impact does an intake of 1mg every other day have as opposed to 0.5mg daily. Also, while on 1 mg daily, can I apply a Min(10%)+Fin(0.1) topical solution, would you recommend avoiding this topical application, so as to not overdose myself with Fin
1 mg a day or 0.5 mg a day Finasteride may have same effect on different individuals. Topical Finasteride is a commercial preparation with no scientific basis. Finasteride cannot cross the skin barrier.
@@hairtransplantinindia could I share with you also some WhatsApp photos? I would like your advice on whether I should start finasteride. What's your WhatsApp?
My doctor told me to just shave my head, because "I am a man and should be glad I am not a woman"...that was her excuse. So I got finasteride off counter and started taking 1.25 mg 5 times a week and for over a month I was ok, but last week it was horrible. I am having depressions, nothing feels fun, I have no erotic thoughts, i have brain fog, I dont remember things, I feel like utter shit...and I just dont know what to do. I am 24 and already norwood 4...just shaving my head will never be enough for 20y old women, never
What was your total testosterone level before starting the medication? I think you need to stop Finasteride immediately and take your loca doctor's advice.
Out of 4.6 million men who received Finesteride in US 10.695 had symptoms. I guess a lot of men didn't have them.It's better for doctors to check with the patients to understand if they are getting symptoms. This is a great drug but as we all are different with different hormone levels, physiological profile. A full body blood test and mental health test should be done before prescribing this. A cutomised does is also good. But ow many doctors follow this.
Hello, First of all, I want to thank you very much for the interesting and effective content! I have been taking finasteride 1 mg for 10 months every other day and I want the results to improve. I am 30 years old. I feel great and probably no side effects. My questions: 1. Is it worth trying to switch to 1 mg per day? Could it improve the results? 2. Is there a risk involved in returning to the current dose? 3. At a later age, should the dose be reduced regardless? Many thanks in advance!!!
Hello Doctor Bhatti, I am 23 years old and I started this Monday with the daily 1.25 mg and I am already experiencing low libido, I don't know if this is normal for the first weeks or I should start taking it every other day
Great channel. Subbed already. Wish you good health doctor. I have one question. I have food allergy and hashimoto. I have good amount of hair but my peaks have become shiny. Though I have a big forehead but hairline is distorted. My doctor has prescribed me fin,1mg per day. I'm a bit fearful and take .5 mg alternate days and three days a week and I have hairfall issue but it's not agressive. What do you think I should do? Thank you.
Thanks Dr. Bhatti for this informative video about finasteride. I just started to take it and I'm definitely going to subscribe to your channel for more information. Greetings from Germany.
I am 20. I have hair loss for 4 years . I am using minoxidil for 4 months. My hair line is receding. I have family history of baldness. Should i start finesteride?
Sir would like to know what's your take on people with high acne on face and back.You had any patients.high acne is also related to high androgen hormones right. Will finasteride drug reduce their acne or will it make worse?
These sort oftreatments come and go. It is only time ested treatments like 5% Minoxidil that matter. If you care about hair, do not waste your time with these advertsements and hard sell.
Hello doc! I'm 22 yr old indian male, taking 1mg finestride for almost 7 months now (consistently without any breaks), saw almost stopping of hair fall without any side effects, but since last 5 weeks I'm experiencing high hairfall, so is it just shedding or something else, Should i start having topical minoxidil, (I'm early norwood 2) Also, i go to gym regularly, so i wanted to know whether weight training have any effects in acceleration of my AGA (I don't take any supplements except whey protein) Thanks for the amazing video btw, you're doing great work!
Hi doctor, I am going for a hair transplant in 3 months. Why do you suggest 1mg a day for 6 months after a hair transplant? And after the 6 months, what do you suggest doing? Go back to every other day dosage?
Great video sir. Is it true that finesteride can cross the blood brain barrier and thats the reason for long lasting post finesteride symptoms. I had side effects of finesteride after being on it for a month ( 1mg / day). Can someone who is not taking finesteride at least maintain their hair without further balding on minoxidil and PRP?
Hello sir, i found you very rational and i thing you would surely reply rationaly , my question is does finasteride cause any type of cancer or it may cause our cells to function abnormally and v may develope cancer?? Does this drug contain any possible carcinogens in it ?? Looking forward to ur response ❤
No it does not cause cancer in men. In men it can suppress the detection of prostatic cancer through PSA screening. In premenopausal women it can increase risk of breast cancer.
@@hairtransplantinindia you mean finasteride may keep a person safe from developing the prostate cancer..? Thats what i have understood from your reply so far
Thank you Doctor for all the work you do. I am scared to take Finasteride even the Doc ask me to do it 0.25mg Monday Wedensday Friday. My question is Does Finasteride cause Cancer in long terme ? Thanks
Great video, question wouldn't the drugs half life negate the need for timing strategies? If not, to coincide with testosterone peaks how long does it take for the drug to enter and start working in the bloodstream? Thank you and impressive mountain biking skills btw :)
Thanks! The peak blood concentration of the drug happens in 6-8 hours and wanes off shortly thereafter. This has to coincide with the androgen peak to my mind.
This all is covered in great detail here: ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.htmlsi=cGCodkYcfNvr-yXZ Go to description and get the link to yoour question.
Done transplant 22 mnths ago....taking 1 mg finax daily at night for last 22 mnths......hair loss improved, transplant growth satisfactory but suffering from depression,obesity,myalgia now a days.....plz recommend me how to take finax in my case??....I want to continue it....results are great...I am a doctor ....30 yrs,male....
Some people think that scalp tension causes reduced blood flow and hair loss and dht goes to the scalp as an anti inflammatory. What do you think about this Dr?
Can you explain why it's recommended to take Finasteride in the evening because testosterone is highest in the morning? Im asking because you always say people dont need to take the medication daily, and you also say that one should do 15-day breaks every 3 months because of build up. So why then would the timing matter? Please clarify
It's the peak blood concentration that happens 6-8 hours after taking medication. It should coincide with the early morning testosterone surge for the medication to be effective. Hence late night. If you are still not clear let me know.
@@hairtransplantinindia sorry Doctor I still don't understand! So you said: The testosterone surge typically occurs in the morning. To effectively counteract this surge with a lower dose of finasteride, which has an 8-hour half-life, it's advisable to time the intake for the evening. This strategy allows for optimal blood concentration of finasteride during the morning surge, potentially explaining why some individuals experience better results when taking 0.5mg of finasteride in the evening, as opposed to the daily 1mg dosage in the morning, as you've mentioned. I find this perplexing because in your other videos, you've mentioned that some patients may not need to take medication daily due to its long-term buildup effect. In fact, you even suggest 15-day breaks every 3 months to account for this accumulation. Here's my question: Who is at a disadvantage in this scenario? Is it the individual taking 1.25mg of Finasteride in the evening for 6 days a week (with Thursdays off) totaling 7.5mg, or the person taking 1mg of Finasteride in the evening 7 days a week, totaling 7mg? Wouldn't both of them achieve similar results? Or could the first person be slightly affected by the testosterone peak on Friday morning? Yet, might they have enough Finasteride stored in their system from the buildup, making this distinction negligible?
@@hairtransplantinindia Sir I'm noticing testicles pain from previous some days and having finasteride from last 2months daily dose of 1mg and mine age is 24yrs and I'm facing hair loss from past 2yrs but not have notice any bald area on my scalp......can I continue the medicine
@@hairtransplantinindia Thank you. I had been taking it about 22.00. I thought the peak plasma levels of the drug was approximately 8 hours? Thank you for all your videos!
Excellent Sir. Never seen such a detailed explanation. I have MPB and my crown started thinning. I am 38. I stared Finasteride last year and I took 1mg 3 days a week. After 4 months One day I got severe Testicular pain. I stopped the medication out of fear and my pain went away after 3 days. After seeing your video, I am thinking of taking 0.5mg alternate days. If I get the pain again, should I continue the medication, Is this type of pain common? Please advise sir. Thanks
Hai sir, I became a big fan of you after seeing so many Informative videos. I am suffering from hair loss from last 6 years now my scalp is visuable, I wanted to take the this medication to stop my further hair loss. In my town dermatologists blindly prescribe 1mg per day with out any blood tests. So I wanted to start this under your guidance, I am from Andhrapradesh state so it's difficult for me to consultant you I person, does your online consultation available to me sir
Thank you doctor for all the knowledge you share with us, my question is, in my country there is only finasteride 5mg and the pill is very small, so i wonder if i can take one pill (5mg) per 10 days
@@hairtransplantinindia what do you think if I have mood sides with ar blockers, will I have sides with finasteride? Or can I use steroids for example and topical finastsride for example to prevent sides and don't decrease dht systemic. Is it good idea?
Hello dr, my age is 22 years and I have had hair thinning from a long time. It has been going downhill from the year 2015. I don't have mpb but my overall density of hair has significantly reduced in these years. Diffuse thinning I believe. Mothers and fathers side is all bald, father got rapidly bald at 29.
For a past year I have started working out and my hairfall has aggravated. My head has become visible. My diet has been very good and balanced with good amount of protein. Last 4-5 months my workout has been even more harder and so my hairfall is getting even quicker.
I used to have social anxiety about my body but now I am a very fit mascular indivisual so my confidence is sky high.
I want to hop on fin and min, have done the research and understand that the risk is not as severe as people make it out to be. What should be my course of action from here?
Thanks for the message and for watching my video. Please start with 0.5 mg a day and then we can scale up.
What is your total testosterone level?
@@hairtransplantinindia Thanks for the reply doc, I am not really aware about the specific numbers but I have a full beard, good libido and ample body hair.
@@hairtransplantinindia sir I wanted to ask if I should start minoxdil too or not. Coz fin alone wont do much to cover the patchy areas in the head.
@@routinelylazy8682 Yes 5% Minoxidil can be started alongwith.
Hey brother ! My condition is same though so just want to check whats your status now? Hav u been on fin?? Do your hair grow??
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I am impressed. Thank you dr
Great to hear! And for keeping me motivated.
I think the hair loss show is also pretty good. Them and Dr Bhatti 😊
Dr Bhatti is the sea of knowledge he is having a heap of knowledge about hair transplant no body can beat him
Thanks for the encouragement.
Agreed
What's the best time to take 1mg finasteride.
Morning once out of bed or night time before sleep..?
@@mikerobyn6823 Please find the reply here. The timestamp has links to all 107 Q+A : ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.html
Wow, many thanks for actually responding to all of these people's comments. You do more than some people's GP's, we don't deserve you.
All doses of finasteride gave me symptoms of chest and nipple pain for years.
Finally got a full blood test. Turns out my estrogen is on the higher side, but the main issue - my SHBG is very high…
Excellent advice. 1mg is too powerful for most men. I was on 1mg/3x a week to avoid sides and still got them after about 3 months. I think 60-90 days is when the Finasteride begins its peak levels of DHT suppression, which then brings the side effects.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Agreed, which is why I think there are so many reports of side effects and so many more of unreported sides. I am not sure how the industry came to the conclusion that 1mg daily should be the standard dose. Especially since .2mg daily has the same beneficial results with 80% less dosage.
@drwayne_carter9115 they unfortunately never updated the recommended dosage since the 1990s like they do with other drugs. Don't know why though
@fatalradius I just started taking it 3 times per week, what sides did you get? And did you try out the 15 days pause after 3 months like recommended in this video?
Brother..did u get recovery from side effects of finasteride
You are a very good person, thank you for everything.
You are so kind
Hello! Thank you very much for sharing your very broad knowledge and experience in the hair loss area. Do you have any video where you explain best strategies for people that worry about bad effects of using finasteride when trying to have a baby? Both before and during the pregnancy? Any precautions a man should take in order not to harm the newborn?
Thanks for watching. This video has all about the information you seek- ruclips.net/video/DX8tSXw-K9k/видео.html
What is the ideal time of the day or night to take finasteride?
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Thank you Sudhakar ji for your kind words!
Hello Doctor. You’re doing such a wonderful job by educating us on different hair issues.
I’m a 50 years old healthy man who just started taking 1 mg of Finasteride on alternate days. Just after my second dose I’m noticing an urge to urinate specially at night time which I have never experienced before. I have been doing regular kegel exercise from many years and that helped me with my bladder control.
Since this medication is for prostate, like to know if this is a side effect that causing me an urge for urinating. If so, what can be done?
Please advise.
Thanks
This is not a side effect. The medication was initially used for just this purpose. To help people to have easy micturition. In fact hair growth is a side effect.
Thanks for your reply. Much appreciated!
there are lots of suggestions and videos on the benefits of Rosemary oil for hair restoration and growth.
Wondering, if you have done any such videos on this involving science.
And if one can start applying such oils after their hair transplant procedure as a replacement for minoxidil.
Thanks
@@syedzaidi312 It may be useful but I would refrain from prescribing it after a hair transplant i place of Minoxidil.
Cannot experiment in that phase.
@@syedzaidi312 Theer are thousands of magical lotions and potions sold down the ages which are merely Old Wive's tales- supposedly truths but mere superstition.
@@syedzaidi312 Hello sir, when did your actual balding start ??
Great work. You are best hair doctor in the world. I have been taking Finasteride 1mg for 30 years. I am 51 years old. In the last few years I have only taken it 3 times a week. Monday/Wednesday/Friday. Unfortunately, the effect of finasteride wears off. Can I also take 0.5 mg of dutasteride on Sunday? I always take finasteride in the morning. I prefer to take finasteride and dutasteride in the evening.
Dr bhatti knowledge is so to the point and detailed that listening to you for hours gives hopes to so many of people.. God bless everyone.
Thanks for the kind words and the happiest moment for me is when a hair loss sufferer benefits from my advice.
@@hairtransplantinindiasir my age is 20 I am taking finasteride and minoxidil from the 11 days so it will increase thickness and density of hair or not finasteride 1 mg daily ,minoxidil 20 percent?
Yes it will if your doctor has assessed your level of baldness and your family history of baldness correctly. 20% Minoxidil is not available in the market since it is dangerous and only as effective as 5% Minoxidil.@@agrimsingh-fn7op
@@hairtransplantinindia so how much thickness can I gain if I am having thin hair at stage 2 baldness?
@@agrimsingh-fn7op a lot
Hello sir! Why don’t you suggest finasteride to smokers? You have mentioned in this video. Kindly clear my doubts if I’ve misunderstood it.
Thank you for the video! Great content! What strategy would you advise for bodybuilders and people who go to the gym regularly? Im sure that has effects on testosterone levels
You need to see my videos on TRT and Finasteride. Your questions will be answered in great detail there. Also do not miss out the video on Exercise and hair loss.
@@hairtransplantinindia thanks for the reply, sure! I will certainly watch the recommended videos :)
I’m on TRT and about to start finasteride. I’m sure I will need more e2 control.
Hi doctor
Which brand has the best Finasteride? What would be your recommendation? Thank you
Sorry but we do not mention brands here.
Got my hair transplant on 29th ...with dr bhatti...it was smooth with zero pain...second day ..no scar ! Hope I get good results
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Doctor, thank you for the video and such useful information. May I ask you a couple of additional questions? 1) A person takes Finasteride 1mg every night and has no noticeable side effects. Do you still recommend him to take breaks every three months for two weeks? 2) A person takes Finasteride 1mg 6 times per week and 0.5mg of Dutasteride 1 time instead of Finasteride for that day. What about breaks for this case? Still two weeks for every three months? Thanks in advance.
After the initial results have set in, breaks are mandatory every 3 months for 2 weeks in my experience or else you will not only develop tolerance, but will develop side effects.
Great video, very useful information - thank you
Question regarding when to take finasteride - as mentioned, it's best to match the spikes of testosterone ("7-8am") and finasteride."
Does finasteride get absorbed quickly, whereby taking it in the morning would match the testosterone spike, or would it be better to take it the night before say for instance 10pm so it can spike in the morning with ones testosterone ?
It takes just aboe 6 hours for it to peak so the later in the night it is taken, the better.
Was gonna ask the same. Thank you.
Doc today is the day that I am impressed with your knowledge and stretegy. But we r in Delhi.How can I get treated from you?
Do come over for a consultation. Or send pictures at 8872238888
Honestly, I watch your videos mostly because of your communication skills.. Hair info is secondry reason
I appreciate that
What are the best time windows to take Filansteride. What time should it be taken?
Before going to bed late night.
Hello Dr. Bhatti, thanks for the very informative video. Is there a reason that you avoid prescribing finasteride to patients with a history of OCD or anxiety/depression? Even if the patient is otherwise physically healthy, has ideal hormone levels, with no history of ED, and is willing to take microdoses of the drug?
I have a not too positive experience with people with OCD on Finasteride. They have a high chance of getting sides since they keep thinking about the effect Finasteride could have on their potency all the time- and this psychological overlay works negatively for them and for the drug's reputation.
I have history of anxiety anf depression. Didnt mention it on my doctor. Lol. Coz im really desperate to maintain what i currently have. You gotta have a strong mind and muscle through it.
When is the best time to take this medication, at night or in the morning? Thank you!
At night. See my video on 100 points about Finasteride. It will help.
Thanks. Very very helpful and intelligent solution.
Hey doc. Recently I completed 1 year on finesteride 1mg per and i stopped it every 3 month for 15 days. Now I am considering to take every alternate day, so should I take Or continue like before 1mg/day. If I will alternatively take it now then will it cause low dht blocking effect?
In the 15 days you stopped it, did you notice hair loss that is excessive? Next time take a 4 weeks gap and observe. We can then see if you can go on half dose.
Great video! Do antidepressants inhibit that effectiveness of finasteride? Fluoxetine in particular.
No they do not. But they can cause ED
Doctor is there any relationship between period of usage and chance of side effects, like usage for longer period have more chances than usage for few months..?
No there is no such correlation. In fact people who use it for a longer duration, do so since they do not have any side effects.
Thank you dr. For this detailed video, one quick question can someone drink alchohol while on finasteride
Thanks. Alcohol is no problem at all with Finastreide as I have mentioned in this video: ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.html
Excellent Video, many thx doc, Community appreciates. You recommend to take finasteride for 6 months post surgery. Is there any higher risk to extend to 12 months Or even more? Iam taking 1mg of finasteride daily since 6 months meanwhile, without any side effects, plus twice a week dutasteride as lotion to rub in.iam not sure wether its a bit overdosed! Any recommendations? thank you
Thanks for encouraging. At 6 months i assess the patient. If most transplanted hairs have normal caliber, and if his baldness has stabilised i will advise him to stop. But in the young in whom baldness is progressive, I will likely decrease the dosage and advise continuation of the drug for a few more years.
Sir which time is better for taking finasteride, morning or night?
Late night. Watch: ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.htmlsi=pFzjE1kxmg8NcGwy
Hello Doctor,
I’ve already been using Finasteride for 7 months everyday (0.5 mg 5 times per week and 1 mg dose 2 times per week, for a total of 4,5 mg per week) but at the 6th month I increased the dose and I had sides. Now I’ve interrupted for 2 months because I’ll have a hair transplant, I’m young Norwood 4 almost 5.
Can I take after my hair transplant 0.5 mg per day (maybe once or twice a week 1mg) at 11 pm so that I can increase the effectiveness of the pill and avoid sides? Thanks in advance
Thanks for watching. As mentioned in my video titled '100 points you should know about Finasteride', one should not take a chance by reducing the dosage from 1 mg a day for 6 months. Most strategies work by trial and error, and this 6 months period does not allow this luxury. Grafts are limited and we would not wish to lose them forever.
@@hairtransplantinindia Thank you a lot doctor
Brother did u get recovery from side effects of finasteride
You are a legend for answering so many questions, as a derm student I wish one day I can do the same
Thanks for the compliment.
Kumar prateek i want to take with you i have some questions to ssk
Great advice as always Dr Bhatti. So many people are too eager to throw the baby out with the bath water. Simple yet sage protocols that you have given will enable people to benefit from 5ar inhibitors that might otherwise cease treatment altogether. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the comment and for watching the video.
nice information Sir .
Which is the best time to take finesteride ...
You have said in video that testosetorone levels are high in 7am to 8 am in normal person and is it the best time to take finesteride for maximum results???
Late night is best. It take s6hours for it to peak in blood and so this should coincide with the hormonal peak that happens early morning.
@@hairtransplantinindia I got it.thank your sir ❤
Dr please make a video on sheeding peroid of finasteride
I will surely.
Hi, thank you for this informative video. I'm sorry if you have already covered this question, but is finasteride ototoxic, that is, is there a risk of getting tinnitus from taking finasteride?
No this does not occur with Finasteride.
Hi doctor,
I'm a continuous follower of you from Kerala..first of all big thanks for you scientific advises for educate all the things about hair treatments..
3 months back I have faced depression and anxiety disorder issue...now everything is ok..but I have to take medicine for 1 year..now I have been talking antidepressants since last 3 months..mirsol 45 mg and ventab 150 mg...6 months back I did my hair transplant..I never took finastrade yet..Now planning to take finastrade 1 mg in Monday, Wednesday and Friday...my humple question for you is is there any interaction with medicines...is finastrade affect my mental issue...? I have no fear on finastrade..I know most of the news about finastrade is exaggerated things..My is question is is there any interaction with my antidepressants medicine and is finastrade has any role in depression and anxiety disorder...kindly advise me😊
These 22 drugs interact with Finasteride:
www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/finasteride.html
Also watch my video: ruclips.net/video/Tu63QpxFGxM/видео.html
Sir, should i take finasteride daily or alternate days. is there any difference or it provides same results. Please sort out my confusion. you are such a great helper out there.
The frequency that helps you reach your sweet spot of dosage is the best for you.
Hello doctor. I recently started taking Finasteride for the first time ever, 0.5 mg daily, but after 6 days I experienced mild sexual side effects. Would you recommend to stop and then start again with 0.5 mg every 2 days, or is there no point in stopping and I can just continue to take it by lowering the frequency right away? Thank you.
Hi. What was your total testosterone level before starting Oral Fiansteride?
@@hairtransplantinindia I didn't measure it. How long do you think I need to be off Finasteride before I can take a testosterone test to measure its levels?
@@Thrillseeker8922 60 days
@Møø Mîn No, I take 1mg every two days now.
@Møø Mîn After resuming no side effects whatsoever.
Thank you for the information doc. can I use derma roller on transplanted hair? It’s been 55 days
Yes you can lightly at this stage.
Sir, how much of an impact does an intake of 1mg every other day have as opposed to 0.5mg daily.
Also, while on 1 mg daily, can I apply a Min(10%)+Fin(0.1) topical solution, would you recommend avoiding this topical application, so as to not overdose myself with Fin
1 mg a day or 0.5 mg a day Finasteride may have same effect on different individuals. Topical Finasteride is a commercial preparation with no scientific basis. Finasteride cannot cross the skin barrier.
@@hairtransplantinindia don't you think the topical solution can be absorbed by bloodstream??
Do u recommend oral over topical??
@@realdaybreaker8013 It will first have to cross the skin barrier. Oral only is effective.
Rational explanations , I would like to start on this medicine , please advice , Great Thanks !
Kindly share pictures on whatsapp.
@@hairtransplantinindia could I share with you also some WhatsApp photos? I would like your advice on whether I should start finasteride. What's your WhatsApp?
@@chris5897 +91-9814531111
My doctor told me to just shave my head, because "I am a man and should be glad I am not a woman"...that was her excuse. So I got finasteride off counter and started taking 1.25 mg 5 times a week and for over a month I was ok, but last week it was horrible. I am having depressions, nothing feels fun, I have no erotic thoughts, i have brain fog, I dont remember things, I feel like utter shit...and I just dont know what to do. I am 24 and already norwood 4...just shaving my head will never be enough for 20y old women, never
What was your total testosterone level before starting the medication? I think you need to stop Finasteride immediately and take your loca doctor's advice.
Dear doctor, thank you so much for this video.
Does a cardio workout or hiit increase testosterone levels and then lead to more baldness?
Yes it does as explained in this video-
ruclips.net/video/DeCJ1f5TRcM/видео.html
Out of 4.6 million men who received Finesteride in US 10.695 had symptoms. I guess a lot of men didn't have them.It's better for doctors to check with the patients to understand if they are getting symptoms. This is a great drug but as we all are different with different hormone levels, physiological profile. A full body blood test and mental health test should be done before prescribing this. A cutomised does is also good. But ow many doctors follow this.
Thank you for the valuable insight.
Hello,
First of all, I want to thank you very much for the interesting and effective content!
I have been taking finasteride 1 mg for 10 months every other day and I want the results to improve.
I am 30 years old. I feel great and probably no side effects.
My questions:
1. Is it worth trying to switch to 1 mg per day? Could it improve the results?
2. Is there a risk involved in returning to the current dose?
3. At a later age, should the dose be reduced regardless?
Many thanks in advance!!!
How old are you and what were your androgen levels when you started?
Hi I’m 30. Never done any androgen level test. How do I do that?
Hello doctor hope you are doing well, thank for your information it’s so helpful. Can finasteride 1 mg cut in half? Thank you
Thank you for your kind words.
Please watch-
ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.html
Sir if someone cannot tolerate finasteride, can they have multiple hair transplants? Thank You!
Yes if baldness is relatively stable and they have huge donor resource to tap into.
Excellent video!!! New perspectives for those who have doubts. Congratulations, Dr🙏
Thanks for watching.
Does Finasteride works only on top of scalp ? What about hairloss on sides and below donor area sir. Also does finasteride build up on scalp
If hair loss in other areas is due to androgenetic alopecia, Finasteride will work there too. I am talking of oral form.
Hello Doctor Bhatti, I am 23 years old and I started this Monday with the daily 1.25 mg and I am already experiencing low libido, I don't know if this is normal for the first weeks or I should start taking it every other day
You will benefit by my next video. Stay tuned. I am making it just for you
The only doctor from whom I'm getting the depth Knowledge
Thanks
Great channel. Subbed already. Wish you good health doctor.
I have one question. I have food allergy and hashimoto. I have good amount of hair but my peaks have become shiny. Though I have a big forehead but hairline is distorted. My doctor has prescribed me fin,1mg per day. I'm a bit fearful and take .5 mg alternate days and three days a week and I have hairfall issue but it's not agressive. What do you think I should do? Thank you.
Your dosage is fine if it is helping you.
So is good to take dutasteride once at week ?!
If there is need as determined by your doctor. Never self medicate
Thanks Dr. Bhatti for this informative video about finasteride. I just started to take it and I'm definitely going to subscribe to your channel for more information.
Greetings from Germany.
Thanks.
@@hairtransplantinindiathanks dr for the vedio , i want to ask that i involve into regular exercises, so how should I take finasteride? ❤
You will need a consultation for this. or you can see my video on hair loss and exercise on this channel@@studiohouse54321
Hello sir , thank you very informative video. I wanted to know is it possible to club isostretine(for acne) and finasteride together ?
Does not help
What is the best tablet sir
Any good company like Dr Reddy's, CIPLA, Merck
I am 20. I have hair loss for 4 years . I am using minoxidil for 4 months. My hair line is receding. I have family history of baldness. Should i start finesteride?
Get a consultation first.
Sir would like to know what's your take on people with high acne on face and back.You had any patients.high acne is also related to high androgen hormones right. Will finasteride drug reduce their acne or will it make worse?
Clinically it does not affect it much even though androgen level increases by 20% after taking Finasteride.
Sir, Can we take saw palmetto supplements while using finasteride?
Yes you can
Knowledgeable dr bhatti thanks a lot for video
It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching.
sir , in which part of india can i find you . I want a serious consultation for finasteride
Mumbai
Chandigarh
For grade 3 baldness u recommend taking finasteride or going for hair transplant
Depends upon age and quality of the donor and ofcourse the expectations that are unique to individual patients.
Hello Dr. could u tell me about neoxyl 7% what do you know about?
These sort oftreatments come and go. It is only time ested treatments like 5% Minoxidil that matter. If you care about hair, do not waste your time with these advertsements and hard sell.
Hi doc, what blood tests should we take before starting finasteride?
Hello doc!
I'm 22 yr old indian male, taking 1mg finestride for almost 7 months now (consistently without any breaks), saw almost stopping of hair fall without any side effects, but since last 5 weeks I'm experiencing high hairfall, so is it just shedding or something else,
Should i start having topical minoxidil, (I'm early norwood 2)
Also, i go to gym regularly, so i wanted to know whether weight training have any effects in acceleration of my AGA (I don't take any supplements except whey protein)
Thanks for the amazing video btw, you're doing great work!
Thanks. Please watch these 2 videos:
ruclips.net/video/DeCJ1f5TRcM/видео.htmlfeature=shared
ruclips.net/video/D18uiIkWHMM/видео.htmlfeature=shared
How does one obtain access to do a Skype consult with you about custom finasteride dosing and possible brain fog
Please whatsapp 0091 8872238888
Hi doctor,
I am going for a hair transplant in 3 months.
Why do you suggest 1mg a day for 6 months after a hair transplant? And after the 6 months, what do you suggest doing? Go back to every other day dosage?
After that it depends upon how ffast your progression is. All dose are customised. No one dose across the beard.
Hello doc , is it must to take fin. for long time , if i stop after one year...
If the medication is maintaining your hair, all the hair so maintained will fall off permanently within 60 days.
Hello dr, does propecia causes weight gain and joint and body pain? In women!
No it does not.
Thanks a lot. This is so useful !!!
Thanks for watching.
Hello Doc ... I am a 58-year-old male thinking of HT. My hair loss has been fairly stable. Would I have to take finasteride?
It depends upon several factors. You can consult me if you wish. +91 8872238888
Great vid no doubt . What about using Finastaride on TRT therapy (testosterone therapy, minimum amount of test per week to maintain in old age) ??
Thanks. This has been explained in my TRT videos: ruclips.net/video/IKKOgb4f8oQ/видео.html
Great video sir. Is it true that finesteride can cross the blood brain barrier and thats the reason for long lasting post finesteride symptoms. I had side effects of finesteride after being on it for a month ( 1mg / day). Can someone who is not taking finesteride at least maintain their hair without further balding on minoxidil and PRP?
It has to be a DHT blodker for these objectives. And PRP & Minoxidil are not.
Hello sir, i found you very rational and i thing you would surely reply rationaly , my question is does finasteride cause any type of cancer or it may cause our cells to function abnormally and v may develope cancer?? Does this drug contain any possible carcinogens in it ?? Looking forward to ur response ❤
No it does not cause cancer in men. In men it can suppress the detection of prostatic cancer through PSA screening. In premenopausal women it can increase risk of breast cancer.
@@hairtransplantinindia you mean finasteride may keep a person safe from developing the prostate cancer..? Thats what i have understood from your reply so far
@@David001-u2p Yes it reduces the incidence of prostate cancer.
Thank you Doctor for all the work you do. I am scared to take Finasteride even the Doc ask me to do it 0.25mg Monday Wedensday Friday. My question is Does Finasteride cause Cancer in long terme ? Thanks
No it does not cause cancer.
Kyo dara rha h bhai🙄
Have you stared finastride?
@@janieraltreche1989 i did for a 3 weeks then i stopped. No side side effects i guess but was not confortable with the idea.
@@marwen7960 you still losing hair?I’ve been using finastride for a week now .still looking out for side effects and/or shedding from the finastride
Is there any online consultation sir please reply 🙏🙏
9814531111
Sir im 21 year old and facing hairfall From straight 7 month my hairs getting thinner in frontal / crown area can i take fenasteroid???
You need a consultation with a doctor first
Great video, question wouldn't the drugs half life negate the need for timing strategies? If not, to coincide with testosterone peaks how long does it take for the drug to enter and start working in the bloodstream? Thank you and impressive mountain biking skills btw :)
Thanks!
The peak blood concentration of the drug happens in 6-8 hours and wanes off shortly thereafter. This has to coincide with the androgen peak to my mind.
Can you please make videos on some of your patients who have had long term success on finasteride despite having agressive hair loss
Sure I will
@@hairtransplantinindia you are the best
Hi dr.bhatti can u also explain about the tolerance and dependance of the drug while taking it for long time...(in years)
Yes that is why it is to be used intermittently. My "Switch-Off / Switch-On" Protocol
@@hairtransplantinindia wat if a guy planning for child how long he can stop and wen can he restart need clear explanation sir
This all is covered in great detail here: ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.htmlsi=cGCodkYcfNvr-yXZ
Go to description and get the link to yoour question.
@@yasararafath5329 Very clearly given here: ruclips.net/video/xmj7uEWAvDc/видео.htmlsi=AyNwImybiayTjcgO
Hi Doctor, what about, using topical finesteride to reduce side effects? Thanks
Brilliant idea. Wish it worked
@@hairtransplantinindia Is using topical finesteride just as effective as oral finesteride with reduced side effects?
I wish they could make a topical form that works. Sadly present day research has not been able to do that. @@deltronics1111
Done transplant 22 mnths ago....taking 1 mg finax daily at night for last 22 mnths......hair loss improved, transplant growth satisfactory but suffering from depression,obesity,myalgia now a days.....plz recommend me how to take finax in my case??....I want to continue it....results are great...I am a doctor ....30 yrs,male....
Please stop it forthwith. Wait 3 months. Get lab tests done and let your doctor know
So do you recommend to take it at night or in morning to match the testosterone peak
Late night.
Is there any difference with finastride and distride ???
Plenty. I have a video on this.
Some people think that scalp tension causes reduced blood flow and hair loss and dht goes to the scalp as an anti inflammatory. What do you think about this Dr?
Please watch:
ruclips.net/video/hUf2iarsL60/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/h4KVUudZRoU/видео.html
I am a big fan of Dr. Bhatti, he speaks good English too. 👍🇮🇳👌
Thanks for the encouragement and for being on the channel.
Dear Sir, Does finasteride affect the knee laxity?
No it does not.
sir can I use creatine monohydrate suppliment while taking minoxidil and fenasteride. wil it increase male pattern baldness
It likely will but why not give it a try for 30 days and observe.
Can you explain why it's recommended to take Finasteride in the evening because testosterone is highest in the morning? Im asking because you always say people dont need to take the medication daily, and you also say that one should do 15-day breaks every 3 months because of build up. So why then would the timing matter? Please clarify
It's the peak blood concentration that happens 6-8 hours after taking medication. It should coincide with the early morning testosterone surge for the medication to be effective. Hence late night. If you are still not clear let me know.
@@hairtransplantinindia sorry Doctor I still don't understand! So you said: The testosterone surge typically occurs in the morning. To effectively counteract this surge with a lower dose of finasteride, which has an 8-hour half-life, it's advisable to time the intake for the evening. This strategy allows for optimal blood concentration of finasteride during the morning surge, potentially explaining why some individuals experience better results when taking 0.5mg of finasteride in the evening, as opposed to the daily 1mg dosage in the morning, as you've mentioned.
I find this perplexing because in your other videos, you've mentioned that some patients may not need to take medication daily due to its long-term buildup effect. In fact, you even suggest 15-day breaks every 3 months to account for this accumulation.
Here's my question: Who is at a disadvantage in this scenario? Is it the individual taking 1.25mg of Finasteride in the evening for 6 days a week (with Thursdays off) totaling 7.5mg, or the person taking 1mg of Finasteride in the evening 7 days a week, totaling 7mg?
Wouldn't both of them achieve similar results? Or could the first person be slightly affected by the testosterone peak on Friday morning? Yet, might they have enough Finasteride stored in their system from the buildup, making this distinction negligible?
In hair cycle after hair has shed then how many month is required to regrow (normal hair sheeding)??
4 months
Does finesteride loose its effectiveness after 1 year of usage
No it does not. There are other factors involved why it stops working.
Thank you for this informative video! What time do you recommend taking finasteride?
Between 7 and 8 morning
Best is to take around midnight if you are a late night person. If you rise early, take it at 6 AM.
@@hairtransplantinindia Sir I'm noticing testicles pain from previous some days and having finasteride from last 2months daily dose of 1mg and mine age is 24yrs and I'm facing hair loss from past 2yrs but not have notice any bald area on my scalp......can I continue the medicine
@@hairtransplantinindia Thank you. I had been taking it about 22.00. I thought the peak plasma levels of the drug was approximately 8 hours? Thank you for all your videos!
@@markr9571 Yes that covers the circadian surge of testosterone pretty much effectively.
Dr.Can you pls tell me how long will finastride take to stop hairloss?
3 months. But it never stops. It retards. Since it blocks only 73% DHT.
Excellent Sir. Never seen such a detailed explanation. I have MPB and my crown started thinning. I am 38. I stared Finasteride last year and I took 1mg 3 days a week. After 4 months One day I got severe Testicular pain. I stopped the medication out of fear and my pain went away after 3 days. After seeing your video, I am thinking of taking 0.5mg alternate days. If I get the pain again, should I continue the medication, Is this type of pain common? Please advise sir. Thanks
Thanks.
If you get testicular pain, and this is common, wait till 4-6 weeks and it will go away as the body adjusts to changing hormonal milieu.
@@hairtransplantinindia Thanks Sir :)
Hai sir, I became a big fan of you after seeing so many Informative videos. I am suffering from hair loss from last 6 years now my scalp is visuable, I wanted to take the this medication to stop my further hair loss. In my town dermatologists blindly prescribe 1mg per day with out any blood tests. So I wanted to start this under your guidance, I am from Andhrapradesh state so it's difficult for me to consultant you I person, does your online consultation available to me sir
Thanks Mr Gopinath.
Yes you can ask Puneet to put your through to me.
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Thank you doctor for all the knowledge you share with us, my question is, in my country there is only finasteride 5mg and the pill is very small, so i wonder if i can take one pill (5mg) per 10 days
That wil not work. You can pulverise the tablet and make 4 or 5 equal portions and consume.
Hello dr. Bratti..can i take 5mg of generic finasteride?does the generics efficasy same with the nongeneric?
Finasteride preparations have a lot of polymorphic variation from one brand to another. Whichever you take stick to it if it is giving benefit.
What do you think about fluridil, pyrilutamide?
Not effective enough.
@@hairtransplantinindia what do you think if I have mood sides with ar blockers, will I have sides with finasteride? Or can I use steroids for example and topical finastsride for example to prevent sides and don't decrease dht systemic. Is it good idea?
My aims are maintense my hair and regrow hairline. I have problem just with it
If we are working in night shift..when we should take the finestaride??
Same time. Late night.