Switching from topical to oralminoxidil caused acne breakouts, leading the user to revert to topical use. Finasteride was also used, but acne was suspected to be linked to oralminoxidil.
The user is considering starting oralMinoxidil at 2.5 mg to regrow hair, despite already using Finasteride, and is concerned about the cost, side effects, and prescription difficulties. They question if the potential hair gains would be noticeable given their current hairstyle.
The conversation is about concerns over the authenticity of oralminoxidil for hair loss treatment, with fears it might contain finasteride despite labeling. Users reassure that if it states minoxidil only, it should be trusted, and mention that Indian drugs are generally okay.
An 18-year-old experienced chest pain, headaches, and vomiting after taking oralminoxidil for hair loss. They reduced the dosage, felt better, but experienced sharp chest pain again after increasing it, and are advised to stop the medication and see a doctor.
The user experienced improved hair density after 3 months of oral finasteride and 1 month of oralminoxidil, along with changes in diet, supplements, and hair care. They are unsure if the improvement is due to these treatments or changes in hair care habits.
The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oralminoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.
The user has been using finasteride for several years and 2.5mg oralminoxidil for 9 months, noticing stable and slightly thicker hair. They are considering increasing to 5mg oralminoxidil and are concerned about potential shedding or negative effects.
Starting with 5 mg of oralminoxidil for faster initial results, then reducing to 2.5 mg to maintain progress. The user seeks opinions on this approach.
The conversation is about making oralminoxidil pills for personal use, including inquiries about ingredients and binders. The user mentions taking 2.5mg of oralminoxidil daily.
The conversation discusses making oralminoxidil from minoxidil powder as a backup plan due to the unavailability of packaged oralminoxidil in Turkey. The user has a capsule machine and some chemistry knowledge but lacks professional equipment.
Switching from topical to oralminoxidil led to significant hair shedding, with increased dutasteride usage possibly contributing. Users suggest that dosage changes can cause shedding, but hair often regrows stronger.
The conversation discusses switching from topical to oralminoxidil, using oralminoxidil daily and topical minoxidil only on microneedling days. The user also mentions using finasteride and tretinoin but has not seen results after two months.
The conversation discusses whether using topical minoxidil in addition to oralminoxidil 5 mg daily will enhance hair growth. The user also applies a Biotinyl tripeptide cream/lotion and is concerned about the efficacy and side effects of oral versus topical minoxidil.
The user experienced heart palpitations after increasing their oralminoxidil dosage and starting a new topical minoxidil formulation. They wish to stop oralminoxidil for heart health and continue with topical minoxidil.
The user reports taking high dosage oralminoxidil (10mg/day) for hair growth, which causes facial bloating. They tried using the diuretic furosemide to reduce bloating, but it was ineffective.
The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oralMinoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.
The conversation is about the perceived risks of oralminoxidil compared to spironolactone for treating hair loss, with the original poster currently taking spironolactone due to concerns about oralminoxidil's safety.
The user has been taking oral finasteride and minoxidil for about 8 months and is experiencing increased hair shedding, which is considered normal due to synchronized hair cycles. Despite the shedding, the user has seen significant hair regrowth and is advised to continue the treatment as the shedding should subside.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil chews for over a year, noticing slowed hair loss in the crown area. They plan to continue this treatment for another nine months before considering switching to Dutasteride if no regrowth occurs.
The user started taking oral finasteride (1.2mg) and minoxidil (3mg) on September 27th, seeing significant improvement in the crown area but not the hairline, with no major side effects except increased body hair. They are considering a hair transplant after a year to address the hairline.
Combining oral dutasteride with topical minoxidil and finasteride is being considered to improve hair regrowth. The user is concerned about potential side effects and seeks experiences from others.
The conversation is about the use of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss. There is little discussion found on this specific combination of treatments.
A user's experience with using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss over the course of one year, including their starting point (NW2) and resulting progress. The replies from other users have been encouraging.
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for 6.5 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing hair shedding and considering adding dutasteride. They also use dermastamping occasionally and Nizoral shampoo 3-4 times a week.
The user experienced hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, derma rolling, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, and a daily balding shampoo/conditioner over three months. They noticed baby hairs and positive changes, attributing early results to minoxidil.
The user started using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, showing promising hair regrowth in a short time. They plan to add microneedling and possibly a hair transplant in the future.
User discusses hair loss treatments including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Various suggestions given, such as topical estrogen, vitamins, and shaving head.
The user has been taking oralminoxidil and finasteride for 10 months with no hair growth but no further hair loss. They are considering adding rosemary oil and possibly returning to a topical solution.
A user shared their 1-year hair loss treatment update, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects, and combining it with oralminoxidil. They reported significant hair regrowth, especially at the right temple, with no sexual side effects from dutasteride.
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year with little success in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride and increasing the minoxidil dose. Other users shared mixed experiences with these treatments, suggesting consulting a doctor before making changes.