3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o Is this regrowth? 12/13/2024
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after three months of using 5 mg oral minoxidil nightly and plans to add finasteride to maintain progress. Many recommend combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent future hair loss.
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