Why I decided to stop using minoxidil Minoxidil 10/2/2023
The user stopped using minoxidil due to inconvenience and negative effects on hair appearance, opting to continue with finasteride and dermarolling. Other users shared mixed experiences with different minoxidil brands and forms, including oral minoxidil.
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