The user has been taking 2.5 mg of oralminoxidil daily since mid-January and has used finasteride for about five years, noting a decrease in its effectiveness. They are questioning whether their hair appears thicker due to minoxidil or if it's just longer.
The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil and possibly adding finasteride, while continuing with dutasteride and incorporating microneedling to improve hair loss treatment. They are concerned about potential shedding during the transition.
The user followed a hair loss treatment routine using liquid minoxidil, oralminoxidil, and oral finasteride, with plans to stop topical minoxidil by mid-2026. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown area, after starting oralminoxidil.
A user reports improved hair thickness and regrowth after three months of using oralminoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, biotin gummies, and ketoconazole shampoo, with no side effects so far. Another user shares a similar regimen, switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hairline recession.
The conversation discusses whether to take oralminoxidil in a split dose or a single dose at night. Users suggest that taking a single 10mg dose at night is simpler, while splitting may help minimize side effects.