Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time
    Research/Science 3/11/2024

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Minoxidil (oral) 8mg every 12 hours 8 months
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg every 24 hours 10 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง Ketoconazole (topical) 1% 2-3 times a week
    ๐Ÿ’ง Dermarolling (topical) 1.5mm every 10 days 1 month
    ๐Ÿ’ง Stemoxydine (topical) nightly
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with some growth results.

    Other terms

    A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.
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