No result after 2 years. Should I still continue? 6/15/2026
The user has been using topical minoxidil for 2 years and oral finasteride for 6 months without seeing improvements, and is advised to continue finasteride for at least a year as it takes time to show results. They are also advised to maintain consistent dosing and address vitamin deficiencies, particularly vitamin D, zinc, and B12.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity PSA: Check your vitamin D levels!
Low vitamin D levels can negatively impact hair growth, and supplementing with vitamin D, along with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, may help improve hair health. Quitting smoking and ensuring adequate vitamin B12 and K2 intake are also suggested to support hair regrowth.
community Please take a vitamin & hormone test
Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.
community People who solved their Vitamin D deficiency, how much did it help with regrowth?
Vitamin D supplementation can aid hair regrowth for some, but results differ. Combining vitamin D with finasteride and minoxidil often improves hair thickness, though not for everyone.
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Vitamin D supplementation may have led to slight hair regrowth and density improvement. Other treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and maintaining optimal vitamin D levels.
community Best supplements to compliment finasteride protocol
The conversation discusses supplementing a finasteride regimen for hair loss with Omega 3, Vitamin D/K, Zinc, probiotics, and possibly adding oral minoxidil, magnesium, astaxanthin, and B vitamins. Users suggest testing nutrient levels before adding supplements like zinc and iron, and consider biotin, keratin, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding topical minoxidil.
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