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research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil may help treat hair loss but is not FDA-approved and can cause side effects like unwanted hair growth and heart issues.
research Gender Differences in Adverse Effects and Dosing Practices of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Analysis of 310 Patients
Start low-dose minoxidil gradually, especially for women, to reduce side effects.
research Antiandrogen Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Antiandrogen treatments combined with oral contraceptives can help manage hair growth and hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Balance of Tofacitinib Efficacy and Disease Flare in the Treatment of Alopecia Universalis: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Tofacitinib can temporarily improve hair growth in alopecia universalis, but its effectiveness may decrease over time.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Finasteride shed at 5.5 months? - dose increase 4 weeks ago
The user is experiencing hair thinning after increasing finasteride to 0.5 mg daily and oral minoxidil to 3 mg. They are concerned about whether this is normal and if the recent dose increase is affecting their hair, as they plan a hair transplant in 5 weeks.
community New 2025 study: high dose oral minoxidil (up to 10mg)
High-dose oral minoxidil (>5 mg/day) can increase hair density in some men with androgenetic alopecia, but side effects like extra body hair and heart issues are common. Gradual dose increase is advised, but adverse effects may lead to discontinuation or dose adjustments.
community Massive shed cam earlier than expected, I think I know why
Hair loss user increased oral minoxidil dose, causing more shedding. Uses 1mg finasteride, Lonitab, and Stemoxydine 5%, expects denser hair in a few months.
community Had my 6 month checkup today and saw better results than I thought. More full up top and my facial hair has also gotten fuller as well
A user who has seen results of hair regrowth after 6 months of using finasteride 1.25mg daily, and topical foam minoxidil twice a day for 3 months before switching to once a day; other users have advised against increasing the dose of finasteride due to lack of additional scalp DHT reduction and increased risk of side effects.
community DUT 9 MONTH PROGRESS PICS - Is this a late shed, or am I a non-responder?
The conversation is about a user experiencing hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing their oral minoxidil dose. The user is advised to continue with the current treatment, consider adding topical minoxidil, and consult a dermatologist for potential underlying issues.