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medication originally for high blood pressure, now used for hair growth

Oral Minoxidil, also known as Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil, is a medication originally developed to treat high blood pressure but has been found effective in promoting hair growth. It is taken in pill form and works by widening blood vessels, which can improve blood flow to hair follicles, potentially stimulating hair growth in individuals with conditions like androgenetic alopecia.

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community Oral minoxidil 2.5 mg since end of July 2024 till November 2024

in Is this regrowth? 469 upvotes 1 year ago

Oral minoxidil has shown positive results for hair regrowth, but concerns about its side effects, such as heart issues, are noted. Adding a DHT blocker like finasteride is recommended for better and more lasting results.

community Oral minoxidil 2.5mg + Oral Finasteride 0.25mg MWF + 1.5mm microneedling weekly - 2 Months Progress

in Progress Pictures 19 upvotes 2 years ago

The user shared progress pictures after using oral minoxidil 2.5mg, oral finasteride 0.25mg three times a week, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling for two months. They reported positive results in hair growth.

community M30: Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg with Topical Minoxidil 8% + Dutasteride/Finasteride – Is This Overkill?

in Basic Questions 41 upvotes 3 months ago

A user is taking 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil and was prescribed a topical oil with Minoxidil 8%, Dutasteride 0.05%, and Finasteride 0.5%. They are seeking opinions on whether this combination is excessive or appropriate.

community Oral Minoxidil worse hair after 1 year

in Progress Pictures 41 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.

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 2.5mg oral minoxidil 4.5 months and 1 month 1mg fin

in Update 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The user started 2.5mg oral minoxidil 4.5 months ago and 1mg finasteride 1 month ago for hair loss. They are concerned about thinning hair and receding temples, but others suggest their hair looks good and recommend considering a hair transplant.

community Can I use 2.5mg of oral minoxidil daily and 5% topical minoxidil every other day just on my hairline?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is considering using 2.5mg of oral minoxidil daily and 5% topical minoxidil every other day on their hairline, in addition to their current regimen of 1mg finasteride and RU58841. They are seeking advice on the safety and effectiveness of this combination.

community 2 weeks on Oral Minoxidil (loniten). 1.25mg/day

in Minoxidil 11 upvotes 4 years ago

The user has been taking oral Minoxidil (1.25mg/day) for two weeks to treat hair loss, has experienced no side effects, and plans to increase the dose to 2.5mg/day after another two weeks. They are also monitoring their blood pressure and have not noticed any negative interactions with their pre-workout supplements.

community Long term take(15-20y) 2.5mg oral minoxidil safe?

in Minoxidil 55 upvotes 8 months ago

An 18-year-old is considering taking 2.5mg oral minoxidil for 15-20 years alongside dutasteride and finasteride. They are concerned about the long-term safety and effectiveness of minoxidil in maintaining hair stability.

community 2.5 months of oral minoxidil 5mg

in Progress Pictures 3 years ago

This conversation is about a user's progress with using oral minoxidil 5mg to treat their hair loss, in combination with finasteride. The replies discuss the effectiveness of this treatment and provide additional information on potential methods for obtaining it.

community 1 Year Finasteride + 2.5 Oral Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 606 upvotes 1 year ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved using finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil over a year, despite initial shedding. The treatment is recommended, though it may cause increased heart rate and body hair growth.

community 1 year minoxidil (oral 1.25mg + topical) + finastride 0.5 mg

in Progress Pictures 169 upvotes 2 years ago

The user achieved significant hair regrowth using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, ashwagandha, and amla powder. They experienced some side effects like low libido from finasteride but reported no major issues with minoxidil.

community 1.25mg oral minoxidil effectiveness

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness and side effects of taking 1.25mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, with some users suggesting starting at a lower dose to minimize side effects before potentially increasing to 2.5mg. Concerns about cardiovascular side effects and the importance of individual responses to dosage are highlighted.

community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 468 upvotes 1 year ago

User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

community 19M - 1 Month Oral Minoxidil (Regrowth?)

in Is this regrowth? 2 years ago

A user has been using Finasteride for 1.2 years with no regrowth but no further hair loss. They started Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg and are seeing some progress with new hair growth.

community Is 2.5mg oral minoxidil actually effective for regrowth, or is 5mg where results really start?

in Minoxidil 47 upvotes 1 month ago

2.5mg oral minoxidil can be effective for hair regrowth, but 5mg often shows more dramatic results. Users at Norwood 2 using 1mg finasteride may see modest regrowth with 2.5mg, and it's suggested to give it a proper trial.

community Experiencing Shedding 1 Month After Switching to 2.5mg Oral Minoxidil from Topical

in Minoxidil 123 upvotes 8 months ago

The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil to improve hair regrowth but experienced significant shedding after one month. They are considering continuing oral minoxidil for six months before deciding whether to switch back to topical if no improvements occur.

community Should I Start Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg on Finasteride for Receding Temples?

in Minoxidil 77 upvotes 4 months ago

The user is considering starting oral Minoxidil 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.

community March 2024 - April 2025 Finasteride 1mg + Oral Minoxidil 2,5mg -> 5 mg / day

in Is this regrowth? 135 upvotes 1 year ago

The user increased their oral Minoxidil dosage from 2.5mg to 5mg daily, alongside taking 1mg Finasteride, and noticed gradual hair regrowth, particularly on the crown, with no shedding but increased body hair growth. They did not experience significant side effects and observed improvements in their hairline.

community 4mounths of oral minoxidil 2.5mg and dutastride 0.5

in Is this regrowth? 43 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth using oral minoxidil 2.5mg and dutasteride 0.5mg, with some users reporting positive results. Others share their experiences with similar treatments, expressing hope for improvement and discussing side effects.

community 2.5MG Oral Minoxidil, Is This Regrowth?

in Is this regrowth? 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, rosemary mint oil, scalp massaging, a derma roller, multivitamins, and hair vitamins for hair regrowth. They are considering adding pumpkin seed oil, a derma pen, and saw palmetto vitamins, and are advised to consider finasteride.

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 1.25mg oral minoxidil-3 month progress

in Progress Pictures 633 upvotes 1 year ago

A 44-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical to 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg daily finasteride, with no side effects. He noticed hair thickening after two months and credits the oral form's effectiveness.

community 4 months Oral Minoxidil 1.25 mg Daily (33 M)

in Progress Pictures 520 upvotes 3 years ago

This user, "ediblediety", has been taking oral minoxidil (1.25 mg daily), keto shampoo and occasional derm-rolling for 4 months to treat their hair loss, and they have experienced a shedding phase after the first few weeks of use. They report improvements in the thickness of their facial and body hair, but note that this may be daunting to women.

community How Splitting Oral Minoxidil CHANGED Everything — After 2 Years of Topical Failure

in Minoxidil 32 upvotes 5 months ago

Switching from topical to oral minoxidil, specifically using split dosing, led to significant hair regrowth and reduced side effects for the user. The combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride proved more effective than previous topical treatments.

community Finanstride 1mg and oral Minoxidil 2.5 Results

in Journals / Progress Pictures 65 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for androgenetic alopecia, seeing good results in 3 months but experiencing thinning and density loss. He seeks advice on his Norwood scale level and when density might return.

community Persistent Shedding on 2.5mg Oral Minoxidil: No Reduction After 13 Weeks

in Female 90 upvotes 4 months ago

The user experienced prolonged hair shedding after restarting oral minoxidil (OM) at 2.5 mg in September 2023, following a break due to hypertrichosis. Despite seeing regrowth, the shedding has not decreased after 11 weeks on the increased dosage.

community Progress - 9 months oral minoxidil 2.5 mg & 4 months oral finasteride 1 mg

in Progress Pictures 8 upvotes 8 months ago

The user has been using oral minoxidil 2.5 mg for 9 months and oral finasteride 1 mg for 4 months, along with microneedling, and has noticed more baby hairs and longer eyelashes but no extra overall thickness. They are considering increasing the minoxidil dose but are concerned about safety due to potential side effects.

community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil

in Is this regrowth? 60 upvotes 2 months ago

The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.

community Dutasteride 0.5 mg - Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg / First month

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 2 years ago

A 24-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of Dutasteride 0.5 mg, oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, L-cysteine, and a Ketoconazole/Caffeine/CBD shampoo. He's considering using a dermaroller to improve results, taking biotin and iron vitamins, and quitting nicotine due to its potential link to hair loss.