Topical Minoxidil Does Little for Baldness

Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is used for hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing fewer side effects compared to oral finasteride. Morr-F, a topical solution, shows better results than minoxidil alone, with minimal adverse effects reported.

A 42-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using a topical treatment of finasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil, noticing increased hair density and reduced hair loss over a year. He plans to switch to oral finasteride and continue using topical minoxidil, with a dermatologist's guidance.

Adding topical minoxidil to an existing 5mg oral minoxidil regimen for hairline and crown regrowth. Concerns include potential hair loss if stopping topical minoxidil while continuing oral minoxidil.

A 33-year-old man using topical finasteride 0.25%, minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral for hair regrowth reports noticeable progress after 50 days, with plans to add microneedling. He experienced initial side effects with finasteride, which later subsided, and hopes to restore his crown for a potential hair transplant.

The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, along with dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, fish oil, pumpkin seed oil, B complex, and other treatments, seeking better hair regrowth results. They are frustrated with the lack of substantial regrowth despite an aggressive routine and are asking for advice on using both forms of minoxidil.

The user experienced hair regrowth over three months using oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil 5-6 times a week, a weekly derma stamp, and tretinoin 2-3 times a week. The regrowth includes small hairs, attributed to the treatments.