Minoxidil 5% combined with 0.01% tretinoin may be as effective as using minoxidil twice daily. Users discuss switching to oralminoxidil for consistency, with concerns about side effects.
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Users suggest switching to oralminoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.
Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.
The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past side effects from oral use.
The user shared a one-year update on using oral finasteride (1.1 mg) and oralminoxidil (3 mg) along with ketoconazole shampoo, reporting significant hair regrowth and satisfaction with the results despite some side effects like thicker eyebrows and chest hair. The user encourages others to start treatment early and plans to continue the current regimen for further improvement.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using dutasteride and oralminoxidil, with the user reporting significant improvement in hair volume after combining these treatments. Some side effects mentioned include changes in libido and increased facial hair, but overall, the user is satisfied with the results.
The user experienced no significant improvement in hair loss despite using Dutasteride, oralMinoxidil, and previously RU58841, and is uncertain if changes in medication or stopping RU58841 worsened the condition. Some users noted no change or slight improvement, while others suggested the possibility of Dutasteride causing issues.
A user reported significant hair regrowth after 4 months using finasteride and minoxidil, with no major side effects. They are considering oralminoxidil and use microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared their 7-month progress using oralminoxidil (2.5mg) and recently started finasteride (1mg) daily, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They noticed thicker beard growth and some hair thickening at the crown, with no shedding phase yet.
A 24-year-old male is losing hair despite using dutasteride and oralminoxidil, with no regrowth from April to October 2024. He is considering increasing his dosage and looking for cheaper prescriptions, while others recommend consulting a trichologist or trying different treatments.
The user experienced hair regrowth using a chewable combination of oralminoxidil and finasteride without side effects, unlike when taken separately. The treatment is from Hims, and the user is satisfied with the progress, especially on the crown.
A 40-year-old man experienced significant hair density improvement after using 5mg oralMinoxidil for one year, 3 months of Finasteride, and 8 months of Dutasteride. Dutasteride was chosen for its stronger effect against DHT compared to Finasteride, and the user reported no side effects.
OP is happy with hair regrowth results after 3 months on oral Finasteride 1mg and oralMinoxidil 2.5mg, and has added Biotin. Users suggest additional treatments like dermastamping and discuss potential side effects of Minoxidil.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of 5% versus 10% minoxidil, especially when combined with tretinoin, for hair loss treatment. The user is also using oralminoxidil, derma stamping, and has previously used finasteride, but is unsure of the results.
Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oralminoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oralminoxidil.
The user has been on finasteride for over a year and switched from topical to oralminoxidil five months ago, but is unsure if the current shedding and small hairs are signs of improvement or worsening. They are seeking advice on whether to wait longer or switch treatments.
User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oralminoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.
User discusses using topical Minoxidil twice daily for 4 months, then switching to once daily with oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil. They also mention microneedling monthly and are unsure if oralMinoxidil is better than topical.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using oral finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and occasional derma rolling for hair loss. Another user complimented the hair improvement but suggested a different hairstyle.
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 25-year-old MtF individual has been using oral finasteride, oralminoxidil, and MtF HRT to treat androgenic alopecia, resulting in significant hair regrowth. However, the regrown hairs remain thin and short, and they seek advice on how to make these hairs longer and thicker.
The user experienced hairline loss after switching from topical to oralminoxidil and stopping microneedling. They are considering whether to continue with oralminoxidil and have resumed microneedling.
The user checked iron, ferritin, B12, zinc, testosterone, DHT, and estrogens to understand hair loss causes and the effects of dutasteride. They also noted increased heart rate and paleness with oralminoxidil.
A 20-year-old shared progress pictures after 2 years of using oral finasteride and oralminoxidil for hair loss. Responses included admiration and requests for more details and updates.
The user stabilized hair loss with oral Finasteride and saw significant hair growth after adding oralMinoxidil. They also used collagen peptides and had no side effects.
A user shared their progress after 8 months of using oral dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are very pleased with the results.
A 19-year-old male has seen no improvement in hair loss after 10 months on oral finasteride and 2 years on topical minoxidil, with hair thinning and a receding hairline continuing. One reply suggests getting tests to confirm if DHT is the cause of the hair loss.
The user reports hair thickening after 2 months on 1.25mg oralminoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, having previously used topical minoxidil with no improvement. Other users suggest taking consistent progress photos and share their own experiences with similar treatments.
The user has been on a hair loss treatment for 3 months, taking oralMinoxidil and using a topical solution with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, as well as using a Dermapen for better absorption, with no side effects except hair growth. They switched to topical Finasteride due to side effects from oral Finasteride in the past.
After 5 months using 1mg oral finasteride, 2ml topical minoxidil, 3mg oralminoxidil, biotin, and shampoo with nioxin and nizoral, the individual saw decent hair improvement but is not fully satisfied yet.