A user reported no effects after 2 months of taking 5mg oral minoxidil, with no shedding or regrowth. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal and if they should be discouraged.
A user has been on finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for 2 years, experiencing worsening hair shedding, losing 300+ hairs per wash. They are concerned if this indicates the medicine isn't working and are seeking others' experiences.
A user reported significant facial aging after using minoxidil for hair loss, despite a good skincare routine and healthy lifestyle. They plan to switch to dutasteride and possibly stop minoxidil.
A user experienced a painful rash from both liquid and foam minoxidil, suggesting an allergy to minoxidil itself. They are seeking others with similar experiences.
User noticed hair thinning in the front after 5 months on minoxidil and finasteride. They are also using ketoconazole and microneedling to help with hair regrowth.
User experienced itching, redness, and hives from Minoxidil foam and is questioning if they are allergic to Minoxidil or another ingredient. They have switched to oral Finasteride.
A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hair loss and asks about combining it with rosemary and coconut oil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hair loss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary and coconut oil can be used alongside these treatments.
The user has been using topical minoxidil with other ingredients and oral finasteride, but its effectiveness has decreased. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil after experiencing side effects with dutasteride.
A user has been using a new brand of minoxidil called VIOFAIRY for six months and finds it effective, though the labeling has misspellings. They are seeking feedback from others who have tried this brand.
Minoxidil does not maintain efficacy indefinitely when used alone, but its effectiveness may be prolonged when used with finasteride. Finasteride can maintain some degree of efficacy indefinitely.
A user experienced hair thinning after resuming Minoxidil following a 3-month hiatus, despite using a mix of RU58841 and Minoxidil with dutasteride. They seek others' experiences with stopping and restarting Minoxidil.
Discontinuing Minoxidil typically returns hair to baseline, but some believe it may go below baseline temporarily. Continuing finasteride or dutasteride is recommended.
Minoxidil and microneedling are causing new hair growth, particularly in the center of the hairline, creating a more prominent M shape. Users discuss the progress and potential benefits of the treatment.
A user is seeking advice on where to buy 6% Minoxidil in the US without continuing with Curology. They are currently using a mixture of 6% Minoxidil, 2% Ketoconazole, and 2% Caffeine but have not seen results yet.
A user is considering using redensyl with procapil instead of minoxidil to reduce hair fall. They are stressed about hair loss and seek community feedback on these treatments.
A user experienced significant hair loss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.
The user is concerned about the safety of combining 4mg oral Minoxidil, 450mg caffeine, and 6 hours of intense weight lifting. They are seeking reassurance that this combination won't be harmful.
The user discusses using Follics FR5, FR10, and FR15, which combine Minoxidil, Adenosine, Procapil, Azelaic acid, and Procyanidin B2, to address hair loss. They have previously used Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride with varying success.
A user is considering using compounded Minoxidil with Tretinoin from Medical Wellness Center to improve hair growth. They are also curious about the effects of higher Minoxidil doses and adding Tretinoin to their regimen.
A user has been using minoxidil for almost three months without noticeable hair regrowth and is questioning its effectiveness. They are considering combining it with tretinoin or starting derma rolling.
The user reports taking high dosage oral minoxidil (10mg/day) for hair growth, which causes facial bloating. They tried using the diuretic furosemide to reduce bloating, but it was ineffective.
The conversation discusses concerns about oral minoxidil potentially aging the face by affecting collagen, questioning its systemic effects. The user has successfully used topical minoxidil for years and is hesitant to switch to oral minoxidil.
A user is unsure if the minoxidil they bought on Amazon is genuine, as it is labeled as a "hair growth spray" and contains other ingredients like niacinamide. They are seeking advice on how to verify its authenticity.
Mixing minoxidil with castor oil (and possibly rosemary oil) to prevent dry scalp. Concerns about whether this affects the potency or absorption of minoxidil.
A user is seeking a Minoxidil solution without coconut derivatives due to a coconut allergy and is considering DIY options from pure Minoxidil tablets. They mention that Rogaine contains glycerin and cetyl alcohol, which are derived from coconut.
The user is considering using 2.5mg of oral minoxidil daily and 5% topical minoxidil every other day on their hairline, in addition to their current regimen of 1mg finasteride and RU58841. They are seeking advice on the safety and effectiveness of this combination.
A user switched from Kirkland minoxidil to a cheaper Amazon brand called Adellina, which includes Biotin, Ginseng extract, and Collagen, and saw significant hair growth within a week. They also transitioned from oral to topical finasteride after achieving their hair growth goals.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The main advice is to start with finasteride and never stop minoxidil once started, as stopping can lead to significant hair loss.