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      community Oral min 2.5mg closing in on 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  372 upvotes 3 years ago
      _the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hair loss treatments.

      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 Please critique my regimen, gentle approach oral/topical

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is taking 0.5mg finasteride and 0.5mg Loniten orally daily, using Eucapil twice weekly, and Minoxidil foam once daily for hair loss. They believe Eucapil effectively stops hair loss despite side effects like breast growth.

      community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      Painkillers like Aspirin may reduce Minoxidil's effectiveness by inhibiting the enzyme PGHS-1, which is crucial for hair growth. Using NSAIDs that inhibit COX-2 or combining Minoxidil with PGF2/E2 analogues or retinoids may enhance its efficacy.

      community 100 Days - Min + Fin chewable daily

      in Is this regrowth?  267 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using chewable minoxidil and finasteride for 100 days, noticing some hair thickening and feeling more confident. The chewables contain 3mg minoxidil and 1.1mg finasteride.

      community Change in Consumption of multivitamins

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses switching from multiple vitamins to a single multivitamin pill. They also mention using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil with finasteride for hair loss treatment.

      community Just Under 5 months on Fin and Min chewable

      in Is this regrowth?  49 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been using a chewable containing Finasteride, Minoxidil, and vitamins for nearly 5 months, noticing new baby hairs and increased dandruff. The chewables are from a company called Hims, and another user suggested a small hair transplant for better results.

      community switching to Kirkland Min from Online Pharmacy min?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering switching from an expensive topical hair loss treatment containing 8% Minoxidil, 0.3% Finasteride, Retinoic Acid, and Hydrocortisone to a cheaper Kirkland brand Minoxidil. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the lower concentration and the absence of additional ingredients.

      community 0.25mg Fin every day, 2 months status report

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reported increased shedding and some side effects like ball ache and potential watery semen after taking 0.25mg of finasteride daily for two months, but noted a high sex drive and considered the shedding a possible sign of new hair growth. Other users discussed dosage differences, with some suggesting starting with a smaller dose and monitoring effects, while others shared their experiences with no shedding or hair growth yet.

      community Day 1 of oral min 5mg with fir and multivitamin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user plans to take oral minoxidil 5mg, topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride 0.5mg, and various vitamins for hair loss. A caution was given about the high daily dosage of vitamin D3.

      community Switching from topical min to oral min. Is it the right choice?

      in General  97 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to a combined oral treatment of finasteride and minoxidil for better consistency but is concerned about potential side effects like shedding, dizziness, and swelling. Another user advises that oral minoxidil should only be used under medical supervision with regular health checks and suggests using reputable brands like Pfizer's Loniten.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1695 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community 4 months, oral min fin, chewable

      in Is this regrowth?  428 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a chewable combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, unlike when taken separately. The treatment is from Hims, and the user is satisfied with the progress, especially on the crown.

      community Going to start my Min/Fin journey!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about starting a hair loss treatment with oral and topical Minoxidil, 1mg Finasteride, and a Biotin supplement. The user is advised to start with the prescribed 1mg Finasteride and lower the dose if side effects occur.

      community Should I Cut 5mg Fin to 1.25mg or Use 0.5mg Dut?

      in General  74 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is considering cutting a 5mg finasteride pill into quarters to take 1.25mg daily due to concerns about side effects. They are also contemplating using 0.5mg of dutasteride instead.

      community 3 months on Fin/Min oral chewable

      in Progress Pictures  621 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth and thicker hair after 12 weeks on 1.25mg Finasteride and 2.5mg Minoxidil chewables, with no side effects. They plan to reassess the need for a hair transplant after seeing further progress.

      community 10 weeks results, minox+1mg fin M25

      in Finasteride  34 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user shared their 10-week progress using Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Replies praised the noticeable improvement in hair thickness and hairline definition.

      community 24 topical min 2x a day and fin 1mg results + microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared positive results from using Minoxidil twice daily, Finasteride 1mg, and microneedling for hair loss, noting improved hair density and mental health. They emphasized the importance of consistency and patience, mentioning initial shedding phases but no significant side effects.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.