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      community Wanting to switch from topical to oral

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is considering switching from a topical hair loss treatment to oral medication. They currently use a topical solution with Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Tretinoin, and Ketoconazole and are seeking advice on transitioning to oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Extra bonus of taking oral minoxidil 10 mg split morning niggt

      in Minoxidil  61 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil at 10 mg daily, split between morning and night, alongside finasteride for 7 years, and reports new hair growth at the temples. Many users express concern over the high minoxidil dosage, citing potential health risks, while others question the effectiveness and necessity of such a dose.

      community 4 month Min+Fin progress (topical)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.

      community Ingest topical minoxidil by mouth ?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user questions if ingesting topical minoxidil could be an alternative to oral minoxidil for hair loss. Another user reports success with this method, noting they saw results and experienced no adverse effects.

      community 4 months on 2.5mg Dut + 5mg oral minox daily

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair regrowth using 2.5mg daily of Dutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil, noting significant progress without major side effects. The user experienced an initial hair shed with Dutasteride, which stopped after starting Minoxidil, and recommends consulting a doctor before adjusting dosages.

      community February 2024 vs December 2024

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male used topical Minoxidil twice daily from March to July, then once daily from August to December, along with biotin tablets and occasional dermastamping. The biotin dosage was 5mg daily.

      community Topical minoxidil 3 months results

      in Progress Pictures  624 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about a user named "mr_mime125" who experienced results from using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) solution 1.5 ml twice a day for the first two months followed by just minoxidil (5%) 1 ml once a day in the last month, resulting in a drastic improvement to their hairline. Other users discussed their progress while asking questions and offering encouragement.

      community 6Month Oral Fin + 3Month Topical Minox

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports improved hair condition after 6 months of oral finasteride and 3 months of topical minoxidil, using a q-tip for application, and incorporating Nizoral shampoo and weekly natural oil treatments. Commenters are impressed with the positive results on the user's hairline.

      community Why not Travopost? More effective than min, and stackable.

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Travoprost may be more effective than minoxidil for hair growth and can be used alongside it, but its effectiveness is debated due to inconsistent dosing results. Travoprost is expensive and not widely used, with alternatives like latanoprost and bimatoprost being more accessible.

      community 4 months .5 Dut and 3 months 2.5 Minox update

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user reports positive results from using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for four months and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for three months, with no side effects. They switched from topical minoxidil to this oral combination.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community 3.5 months on 7%Minoxdil - 0.1%Finasteride - .025%Tret (Topical)

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user noticed a significant improvement in hair loss after 3.5 months using a topical treatment of 7% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, and 0.025% Tretinoin, which was prescribed and shipped from a pharmacy in Indiana. Other users discussed alternative products with varying concentrations of Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Rosemary out here changing lives for the better

      in Treatment  90 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary oil is being used as an addition to minoxidil and finasteride for hair health, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report positive results, while others see no benefit or experience adverse effects.

      community Ru58841 stops seb derm ( the itching)?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a treatment that stops scalp itching when used with finasteride or dutasteride. The user is considering trying RU58841 due to persistent itching despite using the "big 3" treatments.

      community Minox 3mg, Finasteride 1.2mg (6 month perfect adherence)

      in Progress Pictures  370 upvotes 1 month ago
      Significant hair improvement was achieved using 3mg Minoxidil and 1.2mg Finasteride over six months, with no side effects, leading to reconsideration of a hair transplant. A detailed skincare routine, including tretinoin and SPF, also improved skin appearance.

      community .3% Fin (3mo) & .6% Minox (10mo) Topical results.

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth using topical 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with no side effects noted. They are considering switching to oral treatments if progress stalls, but are currently satisfied with the results.

      community What’s the consensus on The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The Ordinary multipeptide hair serum is used alongside treatments like minoxidil, topical finasteride, and derma rolling, with some users reporting hair thickening and vellus hair regrowth. However, experiences vary, and some users are skeptical due to the lack of solid evidence and mixed efficacy reports.

      community Going for mixology with fingers crossed.

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      The user is experimenting with a mix of topical treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil, to improve hair growth, particularly at the temples and core. They are also trying various oils, despite skepticism about their effectiveness, to see if they can enhance results without causing harm.

      community Correct proportion of topical oils - castor, rosemary, peppermint

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding the correct proportions of topical oils for hair loss treatment. The proposed mixture includes 10ml castor oil, 2ml rosemary essential oil, 1ml peppermint essential oil, and 1ml tea tree essential oil, applied three times weekly.

      community 3 month Progress update w/before and afters - 4 in 1 topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a topical solution containing 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, reporting improvements in thinning areas. Another user mentioned using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and minoxidil foam, discussing costs and side effects.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.