Is 2.5mg oral minoxidil actually effective for regrowth, or is 5mg where results really start? Minoxidil 5/3/2026
2.5mg oral minoxidil can be effective for hair regrowth, but 5mg often shows more dramatic results. Users at Norwood 2 using 1mg finasteride may see modest regrowth with 2.5mg, and it's suggested to give it a proper trial.
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