Regrowth from adding Oral Min?
    4/7/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Biotin →

    supplement to help with hair texture and quality

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1.2mg 4 years
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 3mg 3 months
    💊 Biotin (oral) 3mg
    💊 Vitamin B5 (oral) 2.5mg
    💊 Vitamin B6 (oral) 11mg
    💊 Vitamin C (oral) 2.5mg
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some regrowth results.

    Other terms

    The conversation discusses using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, with the addition of vitamins. Users report some shedding and expect results in 3-6 months.
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