Regular Member ejojer9 Posted January 22, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted January 22, 2017 Hey everyone, I switched from Propecia to a generic brand of finasteride. I did this because Propecia is 3x more expensive. Does anyone have good results from using generic finasteride? I also use Kirkland brand minoxidil (liquid). It seems to work but it does leave my hair with flakes sometimes. Some feedback would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member TakingThePlunge Posted January 23, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 I've always used generic finasteride and I'm confident that it's worked as expected. In terms of brands, I've had Dr. Reddy's and a couple of other brands I can't recall. I did not perceive any difference in effect. I've also used a few different brands of minoxidil from Rogaine to Kirkland to Target brand. As far as I can tell, no difference in quality. I quit using liquid years ago. I prefer foam which does not dry out my scalp. David - Former Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant I am not a medical professional. All opinions are my own and my advice should not constitute as medical advice. View my Hair Loss Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dolph1969 Posted January 23, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 Have used rogaine, kirkland and lipogaine. Prefer lipogaine, although, there isn't much in it. I find the dropper applicator is the best way of applying it.d It goes directly on the scalp and less gets stuck on the hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member KO Posted January 23, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 Use the branded Proscar. It's cheaper than propecia but still made by Merck so you don't have to question if it is genuine. 3382 FUE Lupanzula http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/185463-3382-grafts-lupanzula.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member DEB1982 Posted January 23, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 I switched about two years ago to generic and lost some real ground so switched back to Propecia. I've read other posts where people have experienced similar experiences so keep an eye on it. First Transplant: 5000 FUE grafts with Dr Koray Erdogan ASMED, December 2016 First Hair Transplant link: http://www.hairrestorationnetwork.com/eve/185564-5000-grafts-fue-13th-14th-december-asmed-dr-erdogan.html Hair loss regime Propecia 1mg daily Saw Palmetto 450mg daily Biotin 1000ug daily MSM 1500mg daily Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000mg daily 1% Nizoral shampoo weekly Lasercomb x 3 weekly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member eirealainn12 Posted January 23, 2017 Regular Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 cheers dolph for your reply,i believe im at the stage you were at 3 years ago, analysing ,researching, contemplating.il be watching your posts to see how your regrowth is coming along Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Dolph1969 Posted January 23, 2017 Senior Member Share Posted January 23, 2017 That the way to go. Plenty of research and feel comfortable in your choice of surgeon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ejojer9 Posted January 24, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 24, 2017 Thank you everyone for the responses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonnyhairy Posted February 16, 2017 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I've always used generic finasteride and I'm confident that it's worked as expected. In terms of brands, I've had Dr. Reddy's and a couple of other brands I can't recall. I did not perceive any difference in effect. I've also used a few different brands of minoxidil from Rogaine to Kirkland to Target brand. As far as I can tell, no difference in quality. I quit using liquid years ago. I prefer foam which does not dry out my scalp. where do you get dr. Reddy's finasteride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member ejojer9 Posted March 3, 2017 Author Regular Member Share Posted March 3, 2017 Hey everyone, I have been noticing some shedding lately. When I first started my minoxidil/finasteride regimen, I hardly saw any shedding. I would shower and maybe see 4 or 5 hairs in my hand. I closely clean my scalp and monitor for fallen hairs. This past week I have seen around 25-30 hairs in my hand while showering. Maybe I am overreacting but it is really a drastic change. Has the finasteride stopped kicking in? Has my body become accustomed to it? Should I try a different brand of finasteride? Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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