Is Finasteride the Only Effective Oral Treatment for Hair Loss?

[joer1212]

Is there an effective alternative to finasteride that doesn't have the same side effects?

I've been getting depression and emotional rage from this medication. At first, I thought it was just me getting stressed out with life. But, when I temporarily went off finasteride, I noticed that I was a lot calmer and easygoing, and my depression subsided.

I experimented with lower doses, even going as low as 0.60 mg/day. But, the symptoms still persisted. So, about 2 weeks ago, I decided that enough is enough, and stopped taking it permanently. I just couldn't deal with these life-changing side effects anymore (mind you, I had been taking finasteride for well over 7 years).

I'm still worried about losing my hair. I don't want to just give up and watch it all fall out. So, I'm coming here to inquire for any suggestions.

Thanks

FYI: I have also used extra strength minoxidil for a couple of years, but the benefits were minimal to none.