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      community 20F: Should I Continue Minoxidil After ED Recovery for Hair Shedding?

      in Minoxidil  199 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old female is considering whether to continue using minoxidil for hair loss after recovering from an eating disorder and iron deficiency. She is concerned about hair shedding and is advised to focus on nutrition and iron intake, with the option to taper off minoxidil gradually if she chooses to stop.

      community 11mth daily 0.5mg oral finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  835 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth with 0.5mg oral finasteride daily, despite a minoxidil allergy, and reported no side effects. They also used a keto shampoo and were satisfied with the results.

      community 23 year old male 1mg fin everyday

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using 1mg finasteride daily, along with B-12 and D3+K2 supplements, to address hair loss. He sought feedback on using generic finasteride and shared his journey to regain confidence.

      community Tretinoin absorption Minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.

      community Is this good improvement? 1mg fin 2.5 min 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  168 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for four months, with minimal side effects. The results impressed many, and the user confirmed the treatments were prescribed by a doctor.

      community 2.5MG Oral Minoxidil, Is This Regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, rosemary mint oil, scalp massaging, a derma roller, multivitamins, and hair vitamins for hair regrowth. They are considering adding pumpkin seed oil, a derma pen, and saw palmetto vitamins, and are advised to consider finasteride.

      community Progress at 4 month mark dut/min

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 24-year-old is using 1 mg oral dutasteride and 1 mg oral minoxidil daily, along with monthly mesotherapy including zinc, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and panthenol, to treat hair loss. The user is considering increasing the minoxidil dose but will consult with their doctor first.

      community Current Stack: 1mg fin / 2.5mg min

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen much change and is considering increasing minoxidil to 5mg. They plan to consult a dermatologist for further advice.

      community Starting Finasterid with Vitamin defficiancies

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started finasteride and experienced increased shedding for five months. They are concerned about how low vitamin levels might affect the shedding and effectiveness of finasteride.

      community Increased b12 and hair loss correlation

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.

      community Big Shed on 1.5mg , worth upping to 2.5mg?

      in General  69 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after starting oral minoxidil at 1.5mg for hair loss. Shedding is considered normal and may indicate the treatment is working, but it may take months to see full results; increasing the dose to 2.5mg should be carefully considered.

      community Concerned About 5 mL Minoxidil Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  89 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about a prescribed 5 mL daily dose of 5% minoxidil for seborrheic dermatitis and hair thinning, which seems excessive compared to the typical 2 mL recommendation. The user is advised to consult their dermatologist and consider additional treatments like ketoconazole and CBD+MCT.

      community Low dose finestaride 6 month progress (0,25mg)

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user shared their 6-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping, noting good results but experiencing increased sleepiness. Another user suggested minoxidil might be causing the sleepiness, and the original poster considered adjusting their treatment.

      community What blood exams should I do on dut/oral min

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oral minoxidil.

      community [2 months progress] 1mg oral fin + 2.5mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user reported tiny hair growth in thinning areas and improved thickness after 56 days of using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, and a serum with Redensyl, Anagain, Capixyl, and Procapil. They also take supplements and maintain a healthy lifestyle with no noticeable side effects.

      community One year 1mg fin + 2,5 mg oral min

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for a year, experiencing ongoing shedding since starting minoxidil. They are considering dutasteride and seeking advice on blood work for thyroid, Vitamin D, and iron levels.

      community Consider 0.5mg after taking 1mg for 1 week

      in Finasteride  112 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user started taking 1mg of finasteride daily but experienced anxiety and brain fog, considering reducing the dose to 0.5mg to adjust. They seek advice on whether this change could help manage side effects and hair shedding.

      community 6 months on min-fin medication

      in Progress Pictures  610 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 42-year-old user shared progress after 6 months using 1.25mg finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, with 5% topical minoxidil twice a day, improved nutrition, and weekly dermarolling. The user noticed some shedding and slower regrowth but remains disciplined, while others commented on the impressive results and potential side effects of high minoxidil doses.

      community 1.25mg oral minoxidil-3 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical to 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg daily finasteride, with no side effects. He noticed hair thickening after two months and credits the oral form's effectiveness.

      community 3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o

      in Is this regrowth?  451 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hair loss.