Crown Check: Oral Min/Fin results after ~5 months. Progress or Plateaus? Is this regrowth? 2/6/2026
The user is discussing their hair regrowth progress after using oral Minoxidil (2mg daily) and Finasteride (1mg daily) for about five months, along with support supplements like Vitamin D, Biotin, and Omega 3. Suggestions include replacing Finasteride with Dutasteride and increasing Minoxidil dosage, while also considering microneedling and scalp massage for better results.
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