Secondary shedding, 6 months into oral minoxidil/finasteride 3mg chewables Progress Pictures 5/4/2026
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and increased density after six months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride chewables, despite going through a secondary shedding phase. The only side effect mentioned was restlessness, and the user feels healthier overall.
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