Water retention from topical minoxidil Minoxidil 2/18/2022
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Minoxidil its giving me huge water retention
Minoxidil caused water retention and gastrointestinal issues for the user, which improved after stopping the medication. The user is now using finasteride and topical minoxidil, experiencing excessive urination and concerns about systemic absorption.
community switched from topical to oral minoxidil (topical mixed with water) 3 months ago and aside from being much easier i’ve also had much more density overall. My results aren’t even finished yet!
This user discussed using oral minoxidil as a hair loss treatment, and was cautioned against mixing topical minoxidil with water and drinking it due to potential side effects and risks. Other users shared their concerns about the dangers of self-prescribing medications without consulting a doctor.
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community M26 Regrowth Journal [0.5mg dut + 5mg oral minoxidil]
A 26-year-old male is documenting his hair regrowth journey using 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil, transitioning from 5% topical minoxidil. He reports no significant side effects after one week, except for slight water retention and increased libido.
community 3 year fin/min progress (age 27-age 30)
A user shared their 3-year progress using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, reporting significant hair regrowth and some side effects like bloating, seborrheic dermatitis, and water retention. The user is happy with the results, noting improvements in both the crown and hairline.
community 2 Months progress on min, fin daily, and microneedling twice a month
The user is using 0.5 mg finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and 1.5mm microneedling with topical dutasteride for hair loss treatment. They report hair thickening without side effects, except for temporary water retention, and are considering increasing finasteride dosage and microneedling frequency.
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