Derm wants to start with oral min only? 9/25/2026
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5 / 5 resultscommunity I thought I’d be the perfect candidate for regrowth since I only had diffuse thinning on my crown. 9 months later of Oral Min and Fin and I’m worse off than when I started.
The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for nine months. They are considering switching to dutasteride and reducing ketoconazole shampoo due to its drying effects.
community 3 months 5g Min only before/after, 26 y/o
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.
community I can’t continue using oral minoxidil. I want to so badly though!
The user experienced anxiety and heart pounding from oral minoxidil, despite its effectiveness, and switched back to topical minoxidil. After managing anxiety, they found oral minoxidil more effective, but side effects differ for each person.
community 1+ year oral dut and oral min. 2023 → 2025. No regrowth or stability, loss continues. I'm completely cooked and demoralized.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for over a year without regrowth or stability, and hair loss continues. Suggestions include checking for inflammation, considering a scalp biopsy, and trying microneedling, topical anti-androgens, or a hair transplant.
community NW6 - 12 months progress - Dut/Oral Min/2% Keto Shampoo
User shared 12-month hair loss progress using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. They detailed their medication regimen and dosages.
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