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      community Can we switch to some alternative after minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil 1 year ago
      The conversation is about whether one can start with minoxidil and then switch to alternatives like rosemary oil or redensyl to maintain hair growth. The consensus is that alternatives like rosemary oil are ineffective.

      community 3,5 months of only topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  784 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 24-year-old reported new hair growth on temples after 3.5 months of using topical minoxidil without shedding. They plan to add finasteride to maintain progress, as minoxidil alone may not be enough long-term.

      community Losing topical minoxidil progress

      in General  71 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced dryness and shedding with topical minoxidil and switched to oral minoxidil 2.5mg, seeking advice on what to expect. They are concerned about scalp health and looking for others' experiences with this change.

      community Can I mix minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid?

      in Minoxidil 1 year ago
      A user is considering mixing 5% topical minoxidil with Alpecin Caffeine Liquid to enhance its effect, while also using oral finasteride. They seek feedback on potential efficacy loss and downsides of this mixture.

      community Hair has only gotten worse ~10 months on minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using finasteride and topical minoxidil, and is considering switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They also tried microneedling and tretinoin with minoxidil, and are exploring Sulfogenz topical minoxidil.

      community Help me with Minoxidil please.

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hair loss and asks about combining it with rosemary and coconut oil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hair loss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary and coconut oil can be used alongside these treatments.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

      community Average tressless user after taking oral minoxidil

      in Satire  1439 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about hair loss and the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) and finasteride (Fin) as treatments. The conclusion is that some users have seen success in maintaining their hair with minoxidil, but there are varying opinions on the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Finasteride and minoxidil saved my life

      in Chat  98 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil significantly improved a user's hair loss, starting at age 17, leading to a full head of hair by age 19 without side effects. The user prefers oral minoxidil over topical due to better results and less hassle.

      community Aminexil. Where to get it?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment and explores the potential use of Aminexil, despite concerns about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. It highlights the risks and side effects of oral minoxidil, such as potential heart and liver damage, and emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure.

      community Topical Minoxidil /Fin with tretinoin

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A dermatologist prescribed a topical solution with 7% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and 0.015% tretinoin from Medrock pharmacy. The user is asking if anyone has tried it and if it contains alcohol.

      community Minoxidil 5% with 0.01% tretinoin

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil 5% combined with 0.01% tretinoin may be as effective as using minoxidil twice daily. Users discuss switching to oral minoxidil for consistency, with concerns about side effects.

      community Has anyone tried this product or similar ?

      in Product  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil can be harmful to pets, especially cats. Users report mixed results with hair loss stabilization but no regrowth, and suggest buying Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 separately to save money.

      community Minoxidl 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily 11 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  101 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for hair loss, with the user experiencing monthly shedding and a slight decrease in sex drive as a side effect. The user also mentions using a shampoo with piroctone olamine for seborrheic dermatitis and considers oral minoxidil to reduce scalp irritation.

      community Using Maneup Instead of Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 51-year-old woman switched from Minoxidil to Maneup, a copper peptide treatment, experiencing initial hair loss but later regrowth with different hair texture. Users debated Maneup's effectiveness, with some considering it alongside finasteride.

      community Treatment for minoxidil related hair loss

      in Treatment 1 month 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 Hair Lotion Suggestion Needed!

      in Product  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is seeking suggestions for a custom hair lotion mix containing minoxidil, finasteride, caffeine, niacinamide, and biotin. Another user suggests adding tretinoin, topical valproate, and bimatoprost.

      community How you guys use minoxidil? Need advice.

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old with Norwood 4 hair loss is using minoxidil, finasteride, oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and derma rolling, seeking advice on whether to increase minoxidil usage despite cost concerns. A dermatologist recommended the regimen, and the user added derma rolling and tretinoin.

      community minoxidil saved my life (no cap)

      in Chat  137 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride effectively improved hair growth and stopped hair loss, with no major side effects. The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil, added finasteride, and later transitioned to dutasteride, experiencing regrowth and thicker hair.

      community Topical fin+minox deadly combo. M30 gave up and came back from dead.

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported hair regrowth using a homemade topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride sourced from Pakistan, combined with microneedling, after experiencing hair loss with UK-based products. They claim a reduction in hair loss from 200-300 to 3-5 hairs a day and advise against spending money on branded products.