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topical solution used to treat hair loss and promote regrowth

Minoxidil 5% is a topical medication commonly used to treat hair loss and promote hair regrowth in conditions like androgenetic alopecia. It works by stimulating hair follicles and increasing blood flow to the scalp, which can help to extend the growth phase of hair. This concentration is often marketed under brand names like Rogaine and is available over-the-counter.

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community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.

in Research/Science 183 upvotes 1 month ago

Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.

community Minoxidil 5% + finestride 0.1% 3months Progress

in Progress Pictures 100 upvotes 7 months ago

User shared 3-month progress using Minoxidil 5% and Finasteride 0.1%, switching brands after the first month. Replies suggest the progress is good, with concerns about patches and shedding.

community Minoxidil 5% and dermaroller 2 months results

in Minoxidil 42 upvotes 6 years ago

A user shared their 2-month results using Minoxidil 5%, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and castor oil for hair loss. They stopped using finasteride due to side effects.

community Minoxidil(50mg) and Finasteride(1) Topical Solution 1ml twice a day

in Product 1 upvotes 2 years ago

A user from India discusses using a topical solution containing Minoxidil (50mg) and Finasteride (1mg) twice a day for thinning hair and Norwood 2/3. The dermatologist recommended it for maintenance with slim chances of regrowth, and the user seeks advice on its use.

community Minoxidil topical 5%+ Finasteride 1mg daily+ derma roller + Biotin daily 3 months result

in Is this regrowth? 112 upvotes 4 months ago

User reports significant hair growth after 3 months using topical minoxidil 5%, oral finasteride 1mg, a derma roller, and biotin tablets. Other users encourage continuation due to impressive results.

community Split-scalp pilot study to evaluate effectiveness of Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® versus Topical Minoxidil 5% in the treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 6 months ago

Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® showed better results in parietal-vertex regions for less advanced female pattern hair loss compared to Minoxidil 5%. MMP® with Minoxidil can improve the quality of life for these patients.

community 2.5 years Minoxidil and HRT, CPA->Lupron +Minox 5%

in Transgender 611 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

community using Minoxidil 5%+Tretinonin+Azelaic acid topical solution for past 2 months. how's the progress?

in Progress Pictures 3 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures after using a topical solution containing Minoxidil 5%, Tretinoin, and Azelaic acid for two months. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of this treatment for hair loss.

community Best Value Minoxidil 5-10% Products in the UK?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is seeking recommendations for more affordable Minoxidil products in the UK, currently spending £65 per month on 5% liquid and 10% cream with Azelaic Acid. They also inquire about the quality differences between Minoxidil brands.

community What does “Minoxidil tincture 5% Purified Water” mean exactly?

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 10 months ago

A user is asking about the effectiveness of "Minoxidil tincture 5% Purified Water" compared to other Minoxidil 5% products. They experienced itching and redness with other Minoxidil products and suspect they might be allergic.

community Can I used Minoxidil 5 times a week and have it be effective? (Details in post)

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is using a compounded hair loss treatment with 5% minoxidil, 0.005% finasteride, and 0.01% tretinoin but is experiencing issues with residue and greasiness. They are inquiring if using the treatment five times a week instead of daily will still be effective.

community [M39] Minoxidil 5%, Finasteride 1mg, Microneedling 1.5mm and Ketoconazole

in Progress Pictures 235 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, PirateBeastBaby, had good results with microneedling for hair loss after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil 20 years ago. They believe that microneedling was the gamechanger for their hair growth.

community 5 years Dutasteride and Minoxidil Journey, some fresh pictures I could find!

in Progress Pictures 163 upvotes 1 year ago

A 5 year journey of using Dutasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss, with progress pictures shared by the user. Replies have expressed amazement at the progress.

community 2.5 months of oral minoxidil 5mg

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user's progress with using oral minoxidil 5mg to treat their hair loss, in combination with finasteride. The replies discuss the effectiveness of this treatment and provide additional information on potential methods for obtaining it.

community 2.5 months minoxidil 5% twice daily ,dermarolling 1.5mm 1 in week ,ketoconazole 2% shampoo. above is before down is after

in Progress Pictures 504 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with using Minoxidil 5% twice daily, dermarolling 1.5mm once per week and ketoconazole 2% shampoo for 2.5 months. Other users have suggested that the user should also use finasteride in order to maintain their results.

community Comparison of the efficacy of topical minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% solutions on male androgenetic alopecia and measuring patient satisfaction rate

in Minoxidil 14 upvotes 6 years ago

Comparing the effectiveness of minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% for treating male androgenetic alopecia, and measuring patient satisfaction rate; results showed that adenosine is comparable to minoxidil but provides quicker results, however availability of products with adenosine is much less than those with minoxidil.

community "When comparing 5% minoxidil with 0.60 mm or 1.20 mm needle lengths, Faghihi et al. found that 0.60 mm needle lengths led to significant hair count and diameter increases versus 5% minoxidil, whereas 1.20 mm needle lengths only saw hair count increases versus 5% minoxidil"

in Research/Science 60 upvotes 6 months ago

Microneedling with 0.6 mm needles combined with 5% minoxidil is more effective for hair count and thickness than minoxidil alone or with 1.2 mm needles. Biweekly microneedling at 0.6 mm depth is recommended for better results in treating androgenetic alopecia.

community Minoxidil Beard Growth Stack + Protocol (Only 1.5 years commitment)

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 7 months ago

A user shared a beard growth protocol involving hydration toner, azelaic acid, tretinoin, moisturizer, 5% topical minoxidil, and SPF 30+ sunscreen. The regimen spans a year to a year and a half, with specific application schedules for different phases.

community RU58841 2.5% in Minoxidil 5% 3ml twice a day - Less Hairfall "BUT"

in Treatment 2 upvotes 10 months ago

The user mixed RU58841 with Minoxidil for hair loss treatment and experienced reduced hair fall and thicker hair but stopped due to chest pain and muscle twitching. They plan to use a new routine without RU58841 or Finasteride due to side effects, including various topical treatments and peptides.

community 0.5mg Dutasteride promotes more “regrowth” than 5mg oral Minoxidil

in Research/Science 117 upvotes 10 months ago

Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.

community 2.5 years progress on minoxidil + finasteride

in Progress Pictures 309 upvotes 1 year ago

A 26-year-old man shared his 2.5-year hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and finasteride, initially experiencing side effects but later continuing treatment with no issues, resulting in improved hair. He lifts weights and wrestles weekly, plans to continue treatment indefinitely, and has had no hairline issues, only diffuse thinning.

community Reddit’s Amatorial microneedling meta analysis of 11 different Clinical studies for a Total of 559 patients (Scalp microneedling + topical minoxidil 5%, safety, efficacy and Ideal protocol)

in Microneedling 329 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth for hair loss patients. Best protocol: 1.5mm dermaroller weekly for 12 weeks or 0.6mm dermapen every 2 weeks for 12 weeks, skipping topicals for 24 hours.

community 0,5 finasteride + twice a day minoxidil (5%) + once a week dermarolling

in Progress Pictures 220 upvotes 4 years ago

Using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and RU58841 to treat hair loss. Participants discussed the time commitment required for treatment and the effectiveness of different dosages.

community 3 months on Minoxidil 5% once per day

in Progress Pictures 992 upvotes 1 week ago

The user experienced significant hair growth after using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 1.25mg daily for three months, despite initial shedding. They noted improved hair density, especially at the temples, and plan to manage excess hair growth on the forehead.

community 60 days on topical minoxidil 5% + 0.1% finasteride.

in Progress Pictures 379 upvotes 4 weeks ago

The user is happy with hair regrowth after 60 days using topical minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%, along with a dermaroller. They report no significant side effects and plan to continue treatment for a year.

community 2 months since starting minoxidil 5% and alternating 1mg fin & 0.5mg dut 4/3, is this good progress given the timeframe?

in Journals / Progress Pictures 120 upvotes 1 month ago

The user started using minoxidil 5% and alternating 1mg finasteride with 0.5mg dutasteride, noticing some hair improvement after two months. They experienced side effects like watery semen and fluctuating libido, but also positive effects like reduced anxiety and clearer skin.

community 18 Months Minoxidil 5% Before & After

in Progress Pictures 516 upvotes 2 months ago

The user used Minoxidil 5% for 18 months, seeing improved hair density but no change in the crown area. They are cautious about using Finasteride again due to past gynecomastia.

community 5 months of daily using finasteride and minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 851 upvotes 4 months ago

User shared progress after 5 months of using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and weekly derma rolling. Positive feedback highlights increased hair count and thickness.

community 2 Months on Minoxidil 5% and Dermarolling - thoughts on progress/potential?

in Journals / Progress Pictures 107 upvotes 4 months ago

A 34-year-old male used Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling for 2 months, seeing significant hair regrowth. He avoided finasteride due to concerns about hormonal effects.

community 2 Months on Minoxidil 5% and Dermarolling. Is this good progress?

in Is this regrowth? 76 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their 2-month progress using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling for hair regrowth, showing positive results. Other users suggested adding finasteride to maintain gains, but the original poster prefers not to use it due to hormonal concerns.