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      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community 3 month using minoxidil 5% once a day

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using minoxidil 5% once a day for hair loss, with suggestions to add finasteride for better results. It also discusses the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride and the importance of consistent application.

      community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.

      community 3 months progress (1mg oral fin + 2.5 mg oral min)

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 33-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil, along with supplements and serums, reporting thicker hair and new growth in thinning areas without side effects. Users suggested considering dutasteride or a hair transplant for better results, while others encouraged continuing the current regimen for at least a year.

      community 90days progress so far on 5% topical minoxidil 2x/day, 1.5mm dermaroll 1x/week, 1mg oral finasteride 1x/day

      in Progress Pictures  586 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation is that after 90 days of using 5% topical minoxidil, dermarolling once a week, and taking 1mg of oral finasteride daily, the user "M3ga_Shniz" has experienced a complete stop in hair loss thanks to finasteride. They are hopeful that their temples will continue to grow more as they continue with the treatment.

      community Over a year using topical min/fin. time to go fin oral?

      in General  47 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using a topical spray with minoxidil and finasteride for 9 months without improvement and is considering switching to oral finasteride with topical minoxidil. Another user suggests trying oral finasteride at 0.5 mg daily, noting its effectiveness in reducing DHT levels, and advises monitoring for side effects over 6-12 months.

      community M22 1 year 4 months topical min + oral fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  216 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (topical) and Finasteride (oral), over a period of 1 year and 4 months. The user reported best results after 6 months, a significant hair shed 4 months ago, and current regrowth, while also using a 1.25mm dermastamp. The user adjusted Finasteride dosage over time and experienced high testosterone and nipple sensitivity.

      community 5 months oral 1.2mg Fin, 3mg Min. Switching to Dut. 39M

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for five months with some progress and plans to switch to dutasteride, while also considering a hair transplant for better coverage. Suggestions include adding microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, and possibly using both oral and topical treatments for improved results.

      community Topical Min (Liquid) Ingestion

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user inquired about safely ingesting topical 5% Minoxidil due to the unavailability of oral Minoxidil in their country. They seek advice on diluting it to match the equivalent of 1mg oral Finasteride.

      community Is this Better Than Topical Minoxidil? Topical Diazoxide

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical diazoxide may be a promising hair regrowth treatment, especially for those who don't respond to minoxidil, as it activates potassium channels without needing sulfation. It appears safe for topical use, avoiding systemic effects seen in oral use.

      community 1.5 yrs on min+ fin. Dut switch?

      in Is this regrowth?  24 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years with some crown improvement but still experiences thin hair and a receding hairline. They are considering switching to dutasteride for potentially better results, while others suggest adding topical minoxidil back into the routine.

      community Can I stop oral minoxidil if I'm on HRT?

      in Transgender  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person with androgenetic alopecia has seen hair improvement using oral minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about increased body hair. They want to know if stopping minoxidil while continuing hormone replacement therapy and finasteride will cause hair loss.

      community Fin 1mg / Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Is this regrowth?  185 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 2.5mg daily over 8-9 months. They reported initial side effects but saw progress around months 7-8, attributing success to patience and consistent use.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Topical min users, how long does your evening routine take?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Applying Minoxidil takes users between 10 seconds to 20 minutes, with most finding quicker methods more efficient. Techniques vary from using foam, liquid, or spray, with some users recommending buzz cuts for easier application.

      community 45 YO Male .5 Mg Dutasteride 1.5 mg minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  1825 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 45-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 1.5 mg minoxidil after initially starting with finasteride. He reports no major side effects, except increased hair growth in unwanted areas, and attributes his success to being a good responder to the medication.

      community Anyone else just dump Minoxidil wherever

      in Chat  137 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil is applied beyond the crown, including the hairline and other areas, despite labels suggesting crown use only. Users report success with broader application, and some prefer oral minoxidil for convenience.