M33 - 3 months of oral minoxidil Is this regrowth? 3/20/2026
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 3 months of using 2.5mg oral minoxidil but also noticed unwanted body hair growth. Suggestions included switching to dutasteride or adding finasteride to address hair loss more effectively.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 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 1 year on Dut + Oral Minoxidil
A 28-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride 0.5 mg and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil after previous treatments with minoxidil and finasteride became less effective. He reported no major side effects, except for unwanted hair growth in certain areas.
community 8 months of dutasteride and oral minoxidil. After being on topical minoxidil and fin for 2 years +
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil improved hair growth. A healthier lifestyle, including quitting smoking and better diet, also contributed to the progress.
community 1 Year Finasteride + 2.5 Oral Minoxidil
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil over a year, despite initial shedding. The treatment is recommended, though it may cause increased heart rate and body hair growth.
community Guys with visible body hair taking 2.5mg oral Min - how much more body hair?
Taking 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily can increase body hair, with users reporting thicker and longer hair, including on eyebrows and eyelashes. Some users suggest starting with a lower dose to manage unwanted hair growth.
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