The user has been using finasteride every other day and oralminoxidil for hair regrowth, noticing new baby hairs. They are hopeful about regaining hair on their temples.
People are discussing the cost of oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with prices varying by location and source. Some users suggest buying higher-dose pills and splitting them to save money, while others mention using online services like Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs for discounts.
The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oralminoxidil for a year, recently adding microneedling and topical minoxidil, with some improvement but the crown remains the weakest area. Consistency and realistic expectations are advised, as progress is slow and coverage is challenging with fine hair.
A 17-year-old started using 1mg oral finasteride in April 2025 and increased oralminoxidil from 1.25mg to 2.5mg by December 2025. Users discuss progress, initial shedding, and suggest checking vitamin and mineral levels.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress using dutasteride and oralminoxidil over five months. The user is concerned about shedding and hopes the new hairs are healthy.
The user is experiencing an itchy scalp and acne while using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering stopping minoxidil to see if symptoms improve and possibly switching to finasteride if needed.
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth on the crown after one year of using oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg) daily, with initial concerns about libido that resolved after a week. The user reported minimal shedding and no other side effects, making a hair transplant optional.
Working outdoors does not affect the efficacy of oral hair loss drugs like finasteride and minoxidil. A user plans to start oralminoxidil and use a dermastamp.
The user switched from a topical minoxidil/finasteride combo to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, seeing significant progress in hair regrowth after three months. The user reports no side effects and takes 0.4mg dutasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil orally.
The user is using topical Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1% for hair loss and is concerned about potential side effects of oral treatments due to a history of depression and testosterone replacement therapy. Other users suggest that oral Finasteride may be more effective, but results typically take several months to a year to become noticeable.
Taking minoxidil both orally and topically may improve results, but consistency with topical application might not be as crucial if oral intake is regular. Microneedling is also considered for additional benefits.
Minoxidil alone is not effective for hair regrowth; adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride is recommended. Dermastamping and micro-needling can enhance results, and some users suggest trying oralminoxidil or natural DHT blockers.
Hair loss has slowed or stopped after 5 months of daily oralminoxidil and finasteride treatment, with ketoconazole shampoo used twice a week. Noticeable thickening is observed, especially on the mid scalp.
Concerns about using topical minoxidil with tretinoin around toddlers due to potential exposure. Some suggest using oralminoxidil instead to avoid risks.
The user shared their 6-month progress using 5mg oralminoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, topical 5% minoxidil, tretinoin, and weekly microneedling, noting improved results after adding these treatments post hair transplant. They hope for continued improvement.
The user achieved significant hair regrowth in 2.5 months using 2.5mg oralminoxidil, 1mg finasteride, weekly microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. Microneedling with a derma stamp was particularly effective, and the user also uses topical minoxidil at night.
The user is considering switching from topical Minoxidil to oralMinoxidil due to concerns about maintaining a topical routine. They have already started finasteride and are trying to prevent further hair loss progression.
The user is pleased with their hair growth results after using oralminoxidil (2.5mg) for 3 months and finasteride (1mg) for 4 months, despite experiencing significant shedding initially. They prefer oral treatments over topical due to convenience and concerns about toxicity to pets.
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 finasteride 1mg and oralminoxidil 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.
A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 10 months of using oralminoxidil and finasteride chewables from Hims, with no side effects. He noticed increased hair volume, especially at the front, and recommends trying the medication for hair loss.
A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for one year and oralminoxidil for seven months to treat hair loss, but is discouraged by worsening results. They are considering switching to dutasteride and adding microneedling and topical minoxidil.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, but switching between oral and topical minoxidil led to hair loss and uncertainty about future treatment. They are considering sticking with oralminoxidil and finasteride, possibly adding dutasteride or opting for a hair transplant.
The user saw some improvement with topical minoxidil over 6-7 months and recently switched to oralminoxidil and finasteride, experiencing mild side effects from finasteride. They are concerned about losing gains from topical minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether to continue with the new regimen.
The conversation discusses using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, with a focus on applying Minoxidil after microneedling to enhance absorption. There is also mention of considering oralMinoxidil due to potentially higher absorption rates.
A 23-year-old male experienced hair regrowth by adding oralminoxidil to his regimen, which already included dutasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and levothyroxine. He also uses microneedling, biotin vitamins, and exercises regularly, reporting no side effects from oralminoxidil so far.
The user is using a 5% minoxidil solution with low propylene glycol and 1 mg of oral finasteride daily but is still experiencing hair shedding, especially at the temples and front. They are concerned about absorption issues and considering adding tretinoin to improve results.
The user is using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 3mg oralminoxidil daily for hair loss, but hasn't seen improvements after five months. They report miniaturization and thinning, especially at the hairline and crown, and are advised to wait at least a year for better results.
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for over three years without regrowth, despite reduced hair loss. They are hesitant to try oralminoxidil and dutasteride due to potential side effects and cost, and have not found success with tretinoin or microneedling.
The user followed a hair loss treatment using 2.5mg oralMinoxidil and 0.5mg oral Dutasteride daily. They initially tried a homemade topical Dutasteride but switched to capsules, achieving impressive results.