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      That’s it i’m starting oral Minoxidil

      community That’s it i’m starting oral Minoxidil

      in General  134 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 32-year-old man started oral minoxidil at 0.625mg daily, alongside topical minoxidil, to address hair thinning after experiencing side effects from other treatments. He plans to monitor his health closely and adjust the dosage after two months.

      community Using minoxidil for both hair and beard. And hair progress

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and various supplements to stabilize hair loss and thicken hair. They are considering using minoxidil foam on their beard to address empty patches but are concerned about side effects.

      community Frequency/strength of topical minoxidil application

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Minoxidil (Min) for hair loss treatment. It concludes that applying a 5% solution once daily is sufficient, and applying it twice daily doesn't provide much more benefit. However, if a higher concentration is beneficial, it can be achieved by more frequent application.

      community Taking minoxidil feels like working out, for my hair

      in Chat  17 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil, such as palpitations and insomnia, and switched to topical minoxidil, which led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline. They also use finasteride and observed increased hair shedding initially, which later stabilized.

      community 3 Months on 1mg Fin & 5% Minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  76 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice a day, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for hair regrowth, noticing progress in crown thickness and some temple regrowth. He is considering adding oral minoxidil to enhance results but is concerned about potential side effects.

      community 33M 1mg finasteride + topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 33-year-old man shares his positive hair regrowth results using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, and a 0.5mm dermaroller weekly. He feels more confident and encourages others to try the routine despite potential side effects.

      community Science backed answer only from what you have learnt .

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alcohol-based minoxidil absorbs better but can cause irritation; non-alcohol-based is gentler. Topical dutasteride shows promise but needs more research; low-dose oral minoxidil (0.25 mg/day) is effective with fewer side effects. Ingredients like Procapil, Redensyl, caffeine, and Anagain in shampoos have limited evidence; ketoconazole shampoo can help when used 2-3 times a week with other treatments.
      Minoxidil foam (5%) one year progress (male, age 23)

      community Minoxidil foam (5%) one year progress (male, age 23)

      in Minoxidil  99 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user used Kirkland brand minoxidil foam twice daily for a year and noticed initial progress, but feels they might be losing progress or experiencing shedding. They are considering starting finasteride but prefer to avoid it and are seeking hair styling advice.

      community Minoxidil is working for me – just 3 months in! (No fin, no microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  48 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 36-year-old experienced slow, diffuse hair thinning over 15 years and saw significant improvement using 5% topical minoxidil alone for 3 months, without finasteride or microneedling. The user is pleased with the results, noting increased hair density and no visible scalp, and plans to continue monitoring progress without using hormone-affecting treatments.

      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1439 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community 10months on minoxidil as an “ok responder”

      in Progress Pictures  205 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user added topical minoxidil to their finasteride regimen, resulting in healthier hair and some regrowth, especially after quitting nicotine. They experienced minimal shedding and noted improvements in hairline density, finding the treatment mostly preventative.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community How to make my minoxidil more effective

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about enhancing the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss. Suggestions include using tretinoin alongside minoxidil, though its effectiveness is uncertain.
      Oral min after 3 months

      community Oral min after 3 months

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been taking 2.5 mg of oral minoxidil daily since mid-January and has used finasteride for about five years, noting a decrease in its effectiveness. They are questioning whether their hair appears thicker due to minoxidil or if it's just longer.

      community 11 months Topical Min: Before and After (Ecstatic)

      in Progress Pictures  459 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old woman shared her successful hair regrowth journey using topical Minoxidil 5% once daily, resulting in thicker hair and increased confidence. She avoided oral treatments like finasteride due to potential side effects and focused on consistent application of Minoxidil.

      community 6 weeks 5mg min 0.5mg dut progress

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old man shares his positive progress in hair regrowth using a daily routine of 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride, along with a low light cap, weekly dermarolling, and biweekly ketoconazole shampoo. He reports noticeable improvements without side effects and aims to inspire others considering similar treatments.

      community 1.5 years minoxidil daily (5%). Fin 1.25 mg daily for 3 months, now switched to MWF schedule. Nizoral every other day, micro needling 1.5mm once a week.

      in Progress Pictures  178 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user's experience with treating hair loss using minoxidil daily, finasteride 1.25 mg every other day and micro needling once a week, as well as their experiences with the side effects of finasteride. Replies to their post shared similar experiences and advice on switching from topical minoxidil to oral.

      community 3months 2.5mg minoxidil - oral

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of oral minoxidil for hair loss, with some users suggesting combining it with finasteride for better results. Opinions vary on the effectiveness of minoxidil alone, especially for younger individuals, while others emphasize the importance of finasteride in treating male pattern baldness.

      community Once daily topical Min, weekly 1.5 mm dermarolling

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 5% minoxidil once daily and microneedling with a 1.5 mm dermaroller weekly for three months, considering increasing minoxidil usage but avoiding finasteride due to libido concerns. Another person suggests considering other treatments like RU58841, alfatradiol, topical finasteride, clascoterone, or saw palmetto since not using a DHT blocker could be less effective.

      community New approach: oral and topical min

      in Progress Pictures 2 years ago
      The user is trying a new hair loss treatment combining 1.25 mg oral minoxidil with a daily topical solution containing hydrocortisone, tretinoin, 8% minoxidil, and 0.025% finasteride. They aim to maintain their current hair before considering a hair transplant in Istanbul.

      community M20 : Need advice on starting minoxidil

      in General  114 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and increased hair fall, and is considering using minoxidil for 3-4 months but is concerned about the long-term commitment and potential hair loss after stopping. They have tried multivitamins, serums, and shampoos, and are hesitant about starting PRP treatment.