Failure with 5mg oral minoxidil, looking for experiences of people who used topical with glycerin as a vehicle. Minoxidil 10/1/2024
Oral minoxidil was ineffective for OP, causing hair loss and unwanted body hair, while topical minoxidil showed significant regrowth. OP is switching to topical minoxidil with glycerin due to scalp issues with propylene glycol.
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