Potassium and oral min need each other?? Minoxidil 1/12/2025
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5 / 148 resultscommunity Two months Fin / oral Min, age 48; same lighting, same haircut
The user "NotYourMothersDildo" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride and oral minoxidil for 60 days. They noticed significant improvements in hair thickness, texture, and growth, including their mustache and beard.
community 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min
An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.
community for anyone who is on the fence about oral minoxidil should read this NYT article it might help. it's an old one but people might need a refresher. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/18/health/minoxidil-hair-loss-pills.html
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical for hair regrowth but may cause unwanted body hair growth and cardiovascular side effects. Some users experience positive results, while others discontinue use due to side effects like chest pain.
community Hairline stable but diffuse thinning with topical fin+min
The user experienced stable hairline but diffuse thinning after switching from oral finasteride to a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the topical treatment and are considering other options due to a recent decline in hair density.
community I can’t continue using oral minoxidil. I want to so badly though!
The user experienced anxiety and heart pounding from oral minoxidil, despite its effectiveness, and switched back to topical minoxidil. After managing anxiety, they found oral minoxidil more effective, but side effects differ for each person.
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