Using both oral and topicalminoxidil is likely safe, but be cautious of increased systemic absorption. The best tretinoin dosage to enhance minoxidil effectiveness is not specified.
The user has been using topicalminoxidil with other ingredients and oral finasteride, but its effectiveness has decreased. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil after experiencing side effects with dutasteride.
This conversation is about a user who has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 6 months and has seen great results, with some side effects. Others have shared their progress and advice on how to further maximize the effectiveness of the treatments.
A user experienced severe side effects from using topicalminoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topicalminoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.
Minoxidil stopped working for OP after 3-4 years, leading them to add tretinoin to their routine. Users suggest trying finasteride for long-term results, despite concerns about side effects.
Oral minoxidil may be more effective than topical due to uniform distribution and systemic activation, but can cause side effects like puffiness. Adding tretinoin to topicalminoxidil can enhance its effectiveness by aiding conversion to its active form.
The user "OP" uses a combination of topicalminoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.025%, and caffeine to combat hair loss, with noticeable results over 5-6 months. Side effects include unwanted body hair growth and an itchy scalp, but no significant sexual side effects.
A 40-year-old male with Norwood IV hair loss is considering adding 1.25mg oral Minoxidil in the morning to his current evening spray containing 7% Minoxidil, Finasteride, ketoconazole, and biotin. He questions if this combination would be excessive or unnecessary.
The conversation discusses using minoxidil and Koshine for hair loss. It suggests applying them separately with a 5-minute gap and using Koshine on dry hair.
A user experiencing severe shedding after starting 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss is seeking advice from others. Another user shared their positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil, suggesting that initial shedding can be a good sign and encouraging persistence with the treatment.
Some people find topicalminoxidil effective for hair loss, but oral minoxidil doesn't work for them, possibly due to absorption issues. Others have had better results with oral minoxidil, suggesting individual responses vary.
Someone switched from topicalminoxidil to oral minoxidil and found it more effective and convenient, reporting improvements in hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, and beard without scalp issues. They are seeking long-term experiences from others who made the same switch.
The user "macroburstmedia" is asking if adding topicalminoxidil to their current treatment of oral minoxidil and finasteride can improve hair growth. Some users have shared their experiences with using both oral and topicalminoxidil, while others suggest increasing the oral minoxidil dose instead.
The individual has been using minoxidil for beard growth for over two years, started oral minoxidil and dutasteride six months ago, and began RU58841 three months ago, which significantly enhanced their results. They are open to answering questions about their hair loss treatment experience.
Treating hair loss with a combination of topicalminoxidil and finasteride, as well as keto shampoo twice weekly; other treatments such as microneedling and oral finasteride were discussed but the user is hesitant due to potential scarring. Additionally, another user suggested switching to oral minoxidil for further gains.
MaBelen experienced hair growth with topicalMinoxidil but it plateaued, and Finasteride and Spironolactone didn't help. They wonder if oral Minoxidil will work and if it loses effectiveness over time.
The conversation is about someone who did not see results from using 5%, 10%, and 12.5% topicalMinoxidil for hair loss and is inquiring if switching to oral Minoxidil helped others who had a similar experience. They are asking for the dosage that was effective for those who saw results with oral Minoxidil.
The user experienced sexual side effects from finasteride and switched to using only topicalminoxidil without side effects. They are seeking alternatives to finasteride, such as topical finasteride, to maintain hair without adverse effects.
Combining stemoxydine with topicalminoxidil for hair loss treatment. Users discuss application order and effectiveness, with some skepticism about stemoxydine's benefits.
The user has been using topicalminoxidil and dermarolling for hair regrowth but is hesitant to start finasteride due to potential side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride for better results in addressing DHT-related hair loss.
The conversation is about finding the best topical caffeine and melatonin products to use with minoxidil, and possibly adding essential oils. The user seeks recommendations for effective combinations to enhance hair growth.
A user is experiencing renewed hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for two years and is considering options like dutasteride, increasing finasteride dosage, or starting microneedling. Respondents suggest waiting another month before making changes, consulting a dermatologist, and potentially adjusting the treatment regimen.
A 25-year-old is using vinpocetine to enhance the absorption of topicalMinoxidil for hair loss. They also use a hair tonic and supplement with Glycine, Taurine, Creatine, and Citrulline.
The user has been using topicalminoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.
The user has been using topicalminoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and laser light therapy for 11 weeks to address hair thinning. They report difficulty applying the treatment due to increased hair thickness and are unsure if the results are significant.
Oral biotin combined with topicalminoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.
User shared progress after 4 months using topicalminoxidil and oral finasteride, reporting noticeable regrowth and no side effects. Other users discussed their experiences and advice on similar treatments, including dutasteride and derma stamping.
Switching from minoxidil foam to topical solution and considering adding caffeine, melatonin, or cetirizine. Currently using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, planning to ask for 0.5mg oral dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil.
User has been using topicalMinoxidil (5%) and Finasteride (0.1%) for 5-6 months, along with a dermaroller. No side effects reported, but user notes weight gain without change in diet or exercise.
The conversation is about using tretinoin with a topical finasteride/minoxidil spray for hair loss. The user seeks information on combining tretinoin with their current treatment.