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      community Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.

      community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

      in Female  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

      community To stop or not to stop minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user experienced hair loss after Covid and used Minoxidil 5% but saw more hair loss over time. She also uses alfatradiol, topical MSM, and betamethasone sporadically, and is unsure if Minoxidil is beneficial.

      community Today I started Topical Finasteride & Minoxidil Spray

      in Technology  17 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 32-year-old male started using a topical spray containing 0.01% finasteride and 6% minoxidil to combat hereditary male pattern baldness. He reports no side effects and is optimistic about potential hair regrowth.

      community Veradermics VDPHL01 Topline Results for Extended-Release Oral Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  71 upvotes 1 month ago
      Extended-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) shows promising results for hair growth with improved safety, achieving significant hair count increases and minimal side effects compared to placebo. The treatment is designed to maintain effective concentrations while reducing side effects, making it a safer option for those who cannot tolerate standard minoxidil.

      community The Oral minoxidil eyelashes are insane

      in Minoxidil  361 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil significantly enhances eyelash growth, with some users experiencing increased body hair. Finasteride is used alongside to manage hair thinning, with mixed results on body hair growth.

      community 6 Months on Minoxidil & Finasteride: Crown Progress Reversal Concerns

      in General  86 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for six months, seeing initial improvement in hair thickness at the crown, but recently noticed a regression. It is suggested to continue the treatment for a few more months as fluctuations are common, and consider switching to dutasteride if no improvement occurs.

      community 5 months of topical Minoxidil. Don’t give up hope

      in Progress Pictures  311 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with topical Minoxidil for hair regrowth, noting thicker and fuller hair without using Finasteride due to concerns about side effects. Many commenters advised adding Finasteride to maintain gains, warning that Minoxidil alone might not prevent future hair loss.

      community Should have never started Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures 1 year ago
      The conversation is about an 18-year-old experiencing hair loss after using Minoxidil, with suggestions to add Finasteride to improve results. Users advise that Minoxidil alone doesn't address the root cause of hair loss, and combining it with Finasteride may help maintain hair growth.

      community 3 month fin and minoxidil before and after

      in Is this regrowth?  362 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with significant improvement after three months. Some users experienced side effects like bloating and dark circles, and discussed alternative treatments like microneedling and natural oils.

      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 [20M] Hair Regrowth with Minoxidil ONLY- Need Opinions

      in Minoxidil  244 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is using minoxidil for hair regrowth and considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride to maintain gains, with recommendations to start with a low dose or use a topical form to minimize side effects.

      community Phase 3 of pyrilutamide (kx-836) analysis of the efficacy

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the less impressive results of Pyrilutamide (kx-836) in phase 3 compared to phase 2, with a suggestion that a longer study might show more significant results. One user reports personal success with Pyrilutamide, experiencing no further hair loss and gradual regrowth.

      community Long term minoxidil as a permanent solution

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is considering using minoxidil for hair loss and asks for advice on application and long-term effectiveness. Responses suggest minoxidil can be effective but may lose efficiency over time, and combining it with other treatments like finasteride might be more beneficial.

      community First month on minoxidil, crown update.

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of minoxidil for hair loss after one month of use, with a user questioning if complete hair regrowth is possible and another suggesting the perceived improvement may be due to lighting differences rather than actual hair growth.

      community Oral Minoxidil Users In A Nutshell

      in Satire  1211 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically oral minoxidil and finasteride. Users discussed the potential side effects of using these drugs, as well as their experiences with them.

      community 7 months in on Finasteride + Minoxodil... no results. Feeling bummed.

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is feeling discouraged after seven months of using finasteride and minoxidil with no visible results for hair loss. Suggestions include continuing treatment for up to 12 months, considering microneedling, checking for deficiencies, and possibly trying dutasteride or oral minoxidil.