The conversation discusses using oralminoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, with the addition of vitamins. Users report some shedding and expect results in 3-6 months.
EdgeLord19941's progress with hair loss medication, which includes 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 5mg oralminoxidil daily and microneedling with an electronic pen once every 7-14 days at 1.5mm. There have been positive results reported within 3 months of following this regimen with no major side effects.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2mg minoxidil daily, along with Nizoral shampoo and rosemary oil. They are curious about further improving hair density and whether increasing the minoxidil dose would help.
Using minoxidil twice daily may offer around 20% better regrowth compared to once daily, but once daily is still effective, especially with dermastamping. The user also uses dutasteride and finasteride daily, and is considering increasing minoxidil application despite concerns about cost and potential shedding.
A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil 5% topical twice daily and Finasteride 0.625mg daily, with additional microneedling. The user reported initial shedding, improved hair thickness, and no major side effects, impressing their dermatologist with the results.
Switching from oral to topical minoxidil due to increased heart rate. The user seeks advice on maintaining their hair treatment while managing heart rate concerns.
The user experienced increased self-confidence and interest from women after using 1.25mg finasteride and twice-daily minoxidil foam for six months, despite minor side effects like forgetfulness and slight gynecomastia. The user also noted no additional hair growth elsewhere except for using minoxidil on their mustache.
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.
Mixing 2.5mg of minoxidil powder with 150ml of water seems to eliminate its blood pressure effects, causing only a brief 20-second hypertension. The reason for this effect is unclear.
The user applies 2ml of a lotion containing 5% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride, hydrocortisone butyrate, and cetirizine before bed, but it leaves a residue on the scalp. Another user suggests reducing the amount to 1ml, as 2ml results in a high finasteride dosage.
A user shared their experience with oralminoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, taking 7.5mg of minoxidil and experiencing excessive hair growth all over their body without major side effects. Some users suggested lower doses for safety, while others shared their own experiences with hair growth in different areas and side effects.
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In this conversation, users discussed the risks of drinking topical minoxidil and suggested alternative treatments such as obtaining a prescription for oralminoxidil or finasteride.
The user switched from topical minoxidil and finasteride to oralminoxidil due to lack of results. They experienced side effects at higher doses but saw new hair growth at lower doses.
Someone switched from topical minoxidil to oralminoxidil and found it more effective and convenient, reporting improvements in hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, and beard without scalp issues. They are seeking long-term experiences from others who made the same switch.
A 32-year-old male experienced short-term hair regrowth with topical minoxidil, but thinning resumed. He switched to oral finasteride and minoxidil, saw initial improvement, but now faces aggressive thinning again and is considering other treatments like dutasteride, derma rollers, or red light caps.
The user is considering switching from topical 5% minoxidil to oralminoxidil at 1.25 mg daily due to practicality, despite the higher cost. They are seeking advice on whether this low-dose oral approach is effective.
The user noticed hair thinning and has been using a treatment with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17 alpha estradiol for three months, seeing some regrowth. The user had dermatitis, now cured, which worsened the hair loss.
This conversation is about a user's progress with using oralminoxidil 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.
Oralminoxidil is generally more effective than topical minoxidil, despite higher side effect risks. Topical minoxidil can achieve higher bloodstream levels in some individuals, but effectiveness depends on conversion and scalp response.
A user shared their 6-month progress using oral dutasteride (0.5mg daily), topical minoxidil (5% once daily), and ketoconazole shampoo (2% weekly) for hair loss, reporting increased libido and no side effects. They chose dutasteride over finasteride due to availability and convenience.
Oralminoxidil is causing significant blood pressure fluctuations and increased heart rate, leading the user to consider switching to topical minoxidil and tretinoin. The user plans to consult a cardiologist and is likely to stop using oralminoxidil.
The user has been using 3mg oralMinoxidil and 1.1mg oral Finasteride for 15 months and plans to switch to 5mg oralMinoxidil, 1.1mg oral Finasteride, and 0.1mg oral Dutasteride. They have also used ketoconazole and salicylic acid shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis and hope to see more hair growth with the increased dosage.
A 23-year-old is using oralminoxidil (1.25 mg) and finasteride (1 mg) for hair loss, with additional weekly dermarolling. They are considering whether to increase the minoxidil dose to 2.5 mg but are advised to stay at 1.25 mg for now.
The conversation discusses switching from topical to oralminoxidil from Healing Pharma, with concerns about the brand's legitimacy. A user reported hair regrowth using a lower dosage of oralminoxidil and finasteride from the same company.
The user started taking oral 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily since July 9. After about three months, they report positive progress in hair regrowth, with others agreeing it looks good.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oralminoxidil, with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. They noticed improvements in hair thickness and hairline, despite intermittent use of performance-enhancing substances.
A 23-year-old experienced reduced hair loss after three months of using oralminoxidil and dutasteride. The user reported no side effects and plans to continue the treatment.
An 18-year-old is considering taking 2.5mg oralminoxidil for 15-20 years alongside dutasteride and finasteride. They are concerned about the long-term safety and effectiveness of minoxidil in maintaining hair stability.