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research Comparing minoxidil-finasteride mixed solution with minoxidil solution alone for male androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
The minoxidil-finasteride combination is more effective for hair growth than minoxidil alone.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil improves female pattern hair loss, finasteride not effective, laser devices show mixed results.
research Endocrine intervention for transsexuals
Hormone treatment for transsexual individuals is effective but carries risks like thromboembolic events and mood changes, with most side effects being minor and reversible.
research Interventions for female pattern hair loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research The endocrinology of baldness
Hormones and genetics play key roles in male and female baldness, which can affect mental health and may be linked to other health issues.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Strange results using oral finasteride and minoxidil
A 47-year-old male experienced mixed results with hair loss treatments using finasteride and oral minoxidil. After reducing dosages and adding creatine, he noticed shedding, but switching back to higher doses and changing to pea protein may help regain progress.
community Mixed Minoxidil 2% in the morning, and 5% minoxidil before bed?
A user discusses using a mixed solution with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and estrone in the morning, and considering adding 5% minoxidil at night. They also use Restax softgel but avoid finasteride.
community Oral minoxidl - Is this a medication that's generally safe to take for life? Like what I understand oral fin is? Also do studies show that in general or in a significant amount of more cases that results with oral minox + oral fin > oral fin in terms of long-term use(talkin 20+ years).
Oral minoxidil combined with finasteride can improve hair density, but long-term safety is uncertain due to potential side effects like heart and kidney issues. Users report mixed experiences, with some experiencing side effects and others finding it effective for hair maintenance.
community 22M Considering Finasteride After Minoxidil for Receding Temples and Thinning Crown
A 22-year-old is using minoxidil for hair loss but is hesitant to start finasteride due to mixed advice and fear of side effects. They seek guidance on whether to begin finasteride despite concerns about potential permanent side effects.
community 21M - Mixed results of 11 months of Oral Min (2.5) and Fin (1mg)
A 21-year-old has mixed results after 11 months of using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg) and Finasteride (1mg) for hair loss. They recently added 1% Keto shampoo, dermaneedling, and increased Minoxidil dosage, and are considering a hair transplant for improved density and aesthetics.