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      community Will restarting minoxidil have the same shedding phase as the first time?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to scalp issues and switched to finasteride, noticing thicker hair initially but experiencing hair loss again. They are considering restarting minoxidil but are concerned about the shedding phase, especially with upcoming vacation plans and a potential second hair transplant.

      community Increased shedding with black bulbs after restarting minoxidil

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      An 18-year-old restarted using topical minoxidil consistently after noticing diffuse thinning and is experiencing increased shedding with black bulbs. Users suggest that shedding is common and may stop with consistent use, but the black bulbs could indicate a strong response to minoxidil.

      community Topic fin + min restart w/ major shedding

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped using topical finasteride and minoxidil, leading to hair thinning and shedding, and has since restarted the treatment. They are experiencing significant shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is normal and when improvement might occur, while using a regimen that includes Nutrafol, microneedling, Nioxin, and Nizoral.

      community 4 months of restarting treatment. M36

       59 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 36-year-old man restarted hair loss treatment after a break, using topical Minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical Finasteride 0.01% daily, and Ketoconazole 2% three times a week, along with supplements like Vitamin B12, D3, C, Biotin, Omega-3, zinc, and copper. He avoids oral Finasteride due to side effects and plans to evaluate progress after a year.

      community My Minox Before/After & Restarting Treatment

       9 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user initially had success with Minoxidil for hair loss but stopped due to life changes, resulting in hair loss returning. They plan to restart treatment with Minoxidil, add Nizoral, dermarolling, and supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol, while avoiding pharmaceutical drugs.

      community Can I recover after restarting 1mg Finesteride and 5% Minoxidil solution?

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      A user stopped using 1mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil due to cost and fear of side effects but experienced increased hair loss after discontinuation. They restarted the treatments, hoping to regain lost hair, and were advised that while finasteride is better for maintenance and minoxidil for regrowth, results vary and green tea is unlikely to affect hair loss.

      community 33M Medication w/scalp psoriasis

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 33-year-old male restarted finasteride after stopping it to conceive, noticing hair loss, especially in the crown area. His current routine includes finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling, and he plans to continue this treatment for 18 months before making any major changes.

      community Questions for long term topical minoxidil users from a newbie

       38 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced hair shedding after stopping and restarting topical minoxidil due to side effects like facial edema and hirsutism. They are considering alternatives like low-dose oral minoxidil, PRP, and red light therapy, while others suggest finasteride and caution against combining multiple treatments without medical advice.

      community Regression report from 2017 to 2025

       121 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped finasteride for family planning but plans to restart it and is considering dutasteride. Users discuss the safety of finasteride during family planning, with some sharing experiences of having healthy children while on the medication.

      community What are we thinking about this SCUBE3 boys

      in Product  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      SCUBE3 is a promising new molecule that can restart hair growth by reawakening dormant hair follicles. Users express skepticism about its availability timeline, with some hoping for release by 2026.

      community Question about the fin shed

       3 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of stopping and restarting finasteride, including a significant hair shedding phase. The user experienced erection problems with a higher dose and is concerned about whether hair thickness will return after the shedding subsides.

      community 5 years of Minoxidil gains all gone when i stopped

       33 upvotes 1 month ago
      Stopping minoxidil led to hair loss, but restarting it may help regain some hair, though not fully to the previous state. Using finasteride or dutasteride alongside minoxidil can improve chances of recovery.

      community Severe Hair loss after stopping Rogaine

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced severe hair loss after stopping Rogaine and is considering restarting it along with topical Finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo due to concerns about oral Finasteride causing gynecomastia. Users suggest that stopping Minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss and recommend Finasteride for better results.

      community Stopped on fin, diffuse thinner, white hairs meaning

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and noticed diffuse thinning and white hairs on the crown, considering restarting finasteride and adding minoxidil. White hairs are miniaturized follicles that may regain pigment and thickness with treatment, and it's suggested to wait 12 months before considering a hair transplant.

      community Can Minoxidil Work Again a Second Time?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil for hair loss, with one person restarting treatment and combining it with tretinoin, and another person seeing improvement by adding microneedling.

      community 8 month on fin and oral min (stopped topical min)

       105 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user has been using 1.25 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for 8 months, stopping topical minoxidil and dermastamping after 5 months due to exams, with no side effects reported. They are considering whether to restart topical minoxidil for additional regrowth.

      community Is it ok to switch minoxidil brands?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Switching minoxidil brands is generally fine if the concentration remains 5%, but changing from foam to liquid may cause shedding and require restarting progress. Foam is preferred by some users for better results.

      community 1 Year Progression M18 - Detailed

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, but saw a decline after reducing treatments and stopping gym workouts. They plan to restart microneedling and consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community Fin & Min re-bound effects (over 20+ years)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning and used Minoxidil and Finasteride over 20+ years, with periods of stopping and restarting treatment, and eventually had a hair transplant. They are considering restarting Minoxidil and Finasteride and are curious about the effectiveness and potential shedding after resuming the treatment.

      community 5 month update fin and min oral tabs

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user reports significant hair regrowth after 5 months using oral finasteride and minoxidil. They seek advice on restarting treatment and using derma rollers after a 2-month break.

      community Fin fixed my life. Thanks tresless.

       974 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil stopped hair loss and improved urinary issues for a 34-year-old user. Despite some sexual side effects, the user plans to continue finasteride, while considering restarting minoxidil.

      community Dr. Bekir Bek – 3,897 grafts - Ankara on February 23-24

       50 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Bekir Bek in Ankara, involving 3,897 grafts. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride before the procedure but restarted finasteride afterward and plan to reintroduce minoxidil in a few months.

      community True hair loss Vs shedding cycle

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user stabilized hair loss with oral finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, and underwent a stem cell and PRP procedure. Recent increased hair shedding may be due to restarting dermarolling, affecting minoxidil absorption, or the waning effects of the stem cell treatment.

      community M22, Finasteride 3 Months in, seeking advice!

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with a family history of baldness has been using finasteride for 3 months and previously used minoxidil. He is concerned about hair loss progression and seeks advice on whether to restart minoxidil and improve his lifestyle, while being advised to be patient with the treatment.