16 months of treatment and i'm very happy with the result
    7/9/2026

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% 2x daily 16 months
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg 1x daily 8 months
    💧 derma roller (topical)
    the tone is 😀 positive with impressive results.

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    A 34-year-old user shared their positive results after 16 months of using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvements in hairline and experiencing two major sheds. They used 1mg Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil, initially with a derma roller, but stopped due to flaky skin, and reported no side effects from Finasteride.
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