Oral topical minoxidil - a recipe 3/19/2026
A user in Poland created a homemade "oral topical minoxidil" using 2% topical minoxidil, propylene glycol, and vodka due to difficulty obtaining oral minoxidil. They shared a recipe and sought feedback, emphasizing caution and safety in dosing.
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