2 months progress on minox 5% and .3% topical. Thoughts?
    Is this regrowth? 8/11/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Ketoconazole →

    antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 6% 1x daily 2 months
    💧 Finasteride (topical) 0.3% 1x daily 2 months
    💧 Nizoral (topical) most nights
    the tone is 😀 positive with some growth results.

    Other terms

    User shared 2-month progress using 6% minoxidil, seeing some regrowth. Others encouraged consistency and noted significant results typically appear around months 3-6.
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      community Nearly 4 months of topical minoxidil and finasteride - keep going?

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.

      community 6 Month Update on Hair with a switch in routine after 3 month progress

       45 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user improved hair health by using a topical spray with Minoxidil (7%) and Finasteride (0.3%), switching to Nizoral shampoo with 1% ketoconazole, and applying a multi-peptide serum for hair density. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp for effective hair regrowth.

      community Does Topical Finasteride alongside Oral Finasteride provide any benefits?

       2 upvotes 6 months ago
      Using topical finasteride alongside oral finasteride likely won't provide significant benefits and may increase the risk of side effects. The "4-in-1" spray offers a higher minoxidil concentration but may not be worth switching if oral finasteride is well-tolerated.

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