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      Minoxidil foam (5%) one year progress (male, age 23)

      community Minoxidil foam (5%) one year progress (male, age 23)

      in Minoxidil  99 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user used Kirkland brand minoxidil foam twice daily for a year and noticed initial progress, but feels they might be losing progress or experiencing shedding. They are considering starting finasteride but prefer to avoid it and are seeking hair styling advice.

      community Minoxidil alone?

      in General  40 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing painful side effects from finasteride and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and biotin to maintain their hair. They are seeking advice on whether this change would help preserve their current hair.

      community Oral min vs topical comparison

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.

      community Which RU/Min combo would you go with?

      in Product  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Choosing between two hair loss treatments, with a preference for a higher concentration of RU58841 and 5% minoxidil, avoiding oils like castor and argan that may hinder absorption.

      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 New possible minoxidil alternative?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A potential alternative to Minoxidil for hair loss is discussed, specifically a sugar hydrogel. Users express skepticism about new treatments becoming reality.

      community Oral Min is much better than topical

      in Minoxidil  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is seen as more effective and convenient than topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, but it may cause heart-related risks. Users often combine it with finasteride or dutasteride, though some prefer topical treatments due to safety concerns.

      community Is it okay to use change minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned about switching to a different formulation of minoxidil, but others reassure them that the active ingredient concentration is the same, so it should not cause shedding. Another user advises sticking to one brand, but no specific reason is given.

      community Taking minoxidil feels like working out, for my hair

      in Chat  17 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil, such as palpitations and insomnia, and switched to topical minoxidil, which led to noticeable hair regrowth, especially at the hairline. They also use finasteride and observed increased hair shedding initially, which later stabilized.

      community Thinking of getting more aggressive with my w

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 31-year-old man using finasteride for a year is considering adding oral minoxidil or switching to topical minoxidil to address diffuse thinning, while also using a scalp massager and ketoconazole shampoo. Concerns include cardiovascular side effects, pet safety with topical minoxidil, and cost of telehealth services.

      community Scared to hop on minoxidil

      in General  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about concerns over starting minoxidil due to the initial shedding phase, with minoxidil being the only available treatment option. Despite fears, shedding is a normal part of the process and indicates new hair growth.

      community Minoxidil is working for me – just 3 months in! (No fin, no microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  48 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 36-year-old experienced slow, diffuse hair thinning over 15 years and saw significant improvement using 5% topical minoxidil alone for 3 months, without finasteride or microneedling. The user is pleased with the results, noting increased hair density and no visible scalp, and plans to continue monitoring progress without using hormone-affecting treatments.

      community After 7 years on minoxidil 5% foam how bad is it? (28 year old male)

      in Is this regrowth? 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male, who has been using minoxidil for 7 years, is concerned about hair miniaturization and is considering adding pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and nizoral to his regimen after experiencing side effects from finasteride. Despite concerns, others reassure him that his hairline appears normal for his age, and he is likely around a Norwood 1.5.

      community Any alternatives to topical min?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering alternatives to topical minoxidil for hair growth due to concerns about future cat ownership, mentioning stemoxydine and redensyl as possibilities. They currently use topical regaine foam and oral finasteride.

      community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

      community Stopping min on scalp - psoriasis

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.

      community Topical Finasteride Minoxidil: Experience/Price/Research

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is used for hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Morr-F, a topical solution, shows better results than minoxidil alone, with minimal adverse effects reported.

      community Stop the fear mongering of oral minoxidil its one of the best treatments available in 2020. It does not cause heart lesions or adverse cardiac effects like people claim. I am maintaining with just oral minoxidil with retrograde alopecia and diffuse thinning all over nw3 hairline

      in Minoxidil  73 upvotes 5 years ago
      Oral minoxidil is considered a safe and effective treatment for hair loss at low dosages, with minimal cardiac risks. Users report positive results, though some experience side effects like increased heart rate and skin changes, and consulting a doctor is advised.

      community Minoxidil recommendations?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about recommendations for hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, castor oil, a dermapen, and tocotrienols. Users discuss different minoxidil brands, with some preferring Kirkland despite concerns about irritation and dilution.

      community started 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      An 18-year-old male with a family history of baldness started using 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride spray for hair loss. Suggestions included getting a blood test, considering oral dutasteride, and trying oral minoxidil.

      community Will minoxidil not work if there’s too much DHT present in the scalp?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for five months with little progress and is considering oral dutasteride to lower DHT levels, questioning if minoxidil is more effective with reduced DHT. They also use microneedling and tretinoin in their treatment routine.

      community Can I put oral dutasteride into my minoxidil?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 46-year-old male is considering adding topical dutasteride to his hair loss regimen, which includes oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, miconazole nitrate, pumpkin seed oil, microneedling, DHT oil blocker, lipogaine, and ketoconazole shampoo. He plans to start with a 0.025% concentration in lipogaine once a week to monitor for side effects.

      community 3.5 months of minoxidil + Fin (M28)

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 3.5-month progress using 1 mg oral finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil nightly, and a dermaroller weekly, reporting no side effects. Others congratulated the user on their progress and inquired about side effects, to which the user confirmed experiencing none.

      community Topical Fin & Min, 5 Month Progress

      in Is this regrowth?  1182 upvotes 7 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using a topical combination of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with weekly dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo, without side effects. Others suggested additional treatments like red light therapy and PRP.