I'm not sure oral min and fin are working for me
    Is this regrowth? 10/31/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Vitamin D β†’

    vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š Minoxidil (oral) 5mg daily since May 2025
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg daily since March 2025
    πŸ’Š Vitamin D (oral) 90 days
    πŸ’Š Biotin (oral) 90 days
    πŸ’§ dermarolling (topical) inconsistently
    the tone is 😐 neutral with no significant regrowth results.

    Other terms

    The user started taking 5mg of oral Minoxidil and 1mg of Finasteride daily since May 2025, along with Vitamin D and Biotin supplements, but hasn't seen significant hair regrowth. They are advised to wait 6 to 12 months for results and consider using hair fibers in the meantime.
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