3 Months Minoxidil Progress – What Do You Think? Is this regrowth? 4/2/2026
The conversation is about a user's progress with hair regrowth after using minoxidil for three months. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain results, and the user also uses ketoconazole shampoo for dandruff.
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User shared 5.5-month progress using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1.5mm microneedling weekly, and 20mg RU58841, with positive results and no side effects. Others discussed their experiences, dosage adjustments, and the importance of age in treatment efficacy.
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