community NYT article from 1985 on minoxidil, "wonder drug"
Minoxidil was used as a hair treatment by crushing hypertension tablets and mixing them with other ingredients. It was noted to thicken existing hair more than promoting new hair growth.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Effectiveness of Liquid vs Foam Minoxidil
Liquid and foam minoxidil are equally effective for treating hair loss. Liquid minoxidil may be slightly better absorbed due to propylene-glycol, but both forms work well.
community kx826 .05% month 8 | topical minoxidil .5% month 21 combo update.
The user used finasteride but stopped due to side effects, then used topical minoxidil for 13 months, and later added KX826/pyrilutamide for 8 months. They experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide and use minoxidil and KX826 once daily.
community March 22- August 22. Fin .5mg, min 5% once a day . 22 years old .
A user who has seen improvements in their hair loss after taking finasteride and minoxidil once a day for 5 months. Other users offered advice and support, with some cautioning about potential side effects of the treatments.
community Can I add crushed 5mg proscar tablets into this topical minoxidil and will it be effective?
The conversation discusses adding crushed finasteride tablets to topical minoxidil, but it's advised against because the tablets are not water-soluble and meant for oral use. The suggestion is to take finasteride orally instead.
community Was using expired minoxidil for a month before I realized it was expired (also treatment was only a month expired) got a new batch when I noticed some shedding now I’m shedding like crazy am I cooked or is this another dread shed?
The user experienced increased hair shedding after using expired minoxidil and switching from Kirkland to Equate foam. They are concerned about the shedding and are considering a hair transplant.
community (23M) 8 months of progress - Topical Finasteride 0.1%, and Minoxidil 5% [Daily Application]
A 23-year-old male shared his 8-month progress using topical finasteride 0.1% and minoxidil 5% daily for hair loss, showing significant improvement. He mentioned experiencing occasional scalp itch but no other side effects, and noted that maintaining results requires lifelong treatment.
community Help : How to mix Tretinoin with Minoxidil?
The user is seeking advice on mixing 5% Minoxidil with 0.025% Tretinoin for hair loss treatment, as they cannot find a suitable product in India and are considering making it themselves. They express concerns about mixing ratios and stability, while others suggest applying them separately or mixing them with other ingredients like finasteride and RU58841.
community Results after 11 months of 2.5 Mg Oral Minoxidil and 0.5 Mg Dutasteride
The user shared progress after 11 months of using 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil and 0.5 mg Dutasteride for hair loss, expressing satisfaction but considering a future hair transplant. Other users suggested additional treatments like Latanoprost and debated the effectiveness of hair systems versus medication, with some recommending a buzz cut or hair transplant for better results.
community Thanks God, my hair is back from dead.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a topical solution of minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% over 100 days, with plans to continue for a year before switching to a maintenance dose. Despite skepticism from others about using hair fibers, the user insists on the authenticity of their progress and reports no side effects from the treatment.