Should I start 2.5mg or 5mg oral minoxidil
    Minoxidil 8/7/2025

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š oral minoxidil (oral) 2.5mg or 5mg
    ๐Ÿ’ง topical minoxidil (topical) 5% few months
    ๐Ÿ’Š liposomal dutasteride (oral) 1 month
    ๐Ÿ’ง ketoconazole shampoo (topical) 2x weekly
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral with some regrowth results.
    The user is considering starting oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, debating between 2.5mg and 5mg doses, while already using topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Users suggest starting with a lower dose to monitor side effects, with some recommending trying finasteride first.
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