What oral minoxidil dosage works for you all? Treatment 3/31/2026
A user is considering using 2.5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, having already seen some results with 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride. Others suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor tolerance and adjust as needed.
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Minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hairlines and reduce balding, though some users report side effects like reduced libido. Consistent use over 1-2 years leads to significant hair regrowth, with some users also using skincare and biotin for added benefits.
community Are Minoxidil & Finasteride/Dutastide the only REAL things that work? Is there anything else I can do for diffuse thinning that actually works on top of these?
Minoxidil and finasteride are the main effective treatments for hair loss. RU58841 is discussed as a potential option but has concerns about safety and side effects.
community Can Minoxidil & Finasteride Restore an M-Shaped Hairline
Minoxidil and finasteride can help regrow hair, especially in thinning areas, but restoring completely receded temples is challenging and may require a hair transplant. Some users report success with these treatments, particularly when combined with microneedling.
community Topical Minoxidil /Fin with tretinoin
A dermatologist prescribed a topical solution with 7% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and 0.015% tretinoin from Medrock pharmacy. The user is asking if anyone has tried it and if it contains alcohol.
community Does Minoxidil and finasteride make your hair worse before it gets better?
Minoxidil and finasteride can cause initial hair shedding before improvement, as new, stronger hairs replace the old ones. Users advise patience, as results vary and improvement may take time.
community do minoxidil and finasteride shed the same type of hair?
Minoxidil and finasteride may cause different shedding patterns; the user experienced shedding with finasteride which stopped, and is now concerned about potential shedding after starting minoxidil. They have been on finasteride for 3 months, minoxidil for 1 week, and had exosome therapy 1 month ago.
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