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      community Suddenly stopping oral minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether to continue or stop oral minoxidil for hair maintenance, with OP using spironolactone, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. It is suggested that stopping oral minoxidil might not cause significant hair shedding if topical treatments continue, but oral minoxidil is generally more effective for most people.

      community Shedding on pyri (KX-826) is this normal?

      in Update  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased shedding after adding KX-826 to their long-term finasteride and minoxidil regimen. Another user reported mild side effects from KX-826, such as stomach and testicle pain.

      community Switching from 5% to 2% minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user switched from 5% to 2% minoxidil due to a purchasing mistake and is concerned about potential hair loss or shedding. Suggestions include using 2% minoxidil more frequently or in larger amounts to compensate.

      community Aminexil - does anyone us this?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Aminexil is similar to Minoxidil but less effective and not widely used, with some users reporting minor regrowth. It is not FDA-approved and has been removed from some products, though some people still use it, often in combination with Minoxidil.

      community Hypertrichosis goals (yes, yes R2M)

      in General  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user aims to achieve a hypertrichosis look and has used topical Minoxidil for 20 years, now trying oral Minoxidil in a low dose. They seek alternatives to Minoxidil to avoid side effects.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

      community Tretinoin absorption Minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may help more minoxidil convert to its active form and could potentially increase its absorption, raising concerns about safety if too much enters the bloodstream. It's unclear if tretinoin affects finasteride absorption.

      community Kirkland Minoxidil 5% Foam Canada Issue

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Kirkland Minoxidil 5% Foam is either sold out or very expensive, leading to frustration over limited options without propylene glycol. Alternatives like Rogaine and Foligain are discussed, with varying prices and ingredient differences.

      community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

      in Product  23 upvotes 5 years ago
      Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.

      community What was added to your routine that sparked the most growth?

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with oral minoxidil showing mixed results. Some users report significant improvement with dutasteride and topical minoxidil, while others find oral minoxidil less effective.

      community Warning: Minoxidil usage around pets

      in Minoxidil  454 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil is highly toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Many users have switched to oral minoxidil to prevent accidental exposure to their pets.

      community PP405 (Everychem 3HP) users - assemble and share your updates!!

      in Chat  47 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Users discussed experiences with Everychem's solution similar to PP405 for hair loss, noting some positive results like increased hair thickness and new growth. There was skepticism about the product's legitimacy and safety, with some users reporting early signs of effectiveness and others expressing concerns about the lack of evidence and safety profiles.

      community Painkillers May Block Minoxidil

      in Research/Science  16 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 Treatment for minoxidil related hair loss

      in Treatment 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, especially for those who don't need it, and should be used cautiously under medical advice. Natural remedies like onion, rosemary oil, aloe vera, coconut oil, and a healthy lifestyle can help recover from minoxidil-related hair loss.

      community Mixing Finasteride with Ordinary Retinol

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      Mixing finasteride with retinol for a topical solution to avoid irritation from minoxidil. Finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo help with itchiness.

      community Stimulate hair growth- without minoxidil

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is seeking alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth, currently using 0.1% topical finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include microneedling, red light therapy, rosemary oil, and other topical treatments like cetirizine, Stemoxydine, and Latanoprost.

      community Mix tretinoin into minoxidil bottle

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      Mixing tretinoin with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Some users prefer separate application or professional compounding due to potential solubility issues.