Does drinking coffee offset the effects of Minoxidil?
    Minoxidil 4/11/2024

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    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

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    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 2.5mg 4 months
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 5mg 2 years
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 1 year
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some growth results.

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    The conversation discusses whether drinking coffee affects the hair growth benefits of Minoxidil, with one user mentioning that Minoxidil's vasodilation is stronger than caffeine's vasoconstriction, and another sharing personal experience of better hair growth after quitting caffeine while on Minoxidil.
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