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community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.

in Research/Science 183 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.

community It appears that the topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is working.

604 upvotes 5 months ago

A 21-year-old man experienced positive hair regrowth results after using a homemade topical solution containing 0.030% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for four months. He reported no side effects with the Trichosol-based solution, unlike previous issues with alcohol-based formulas.

community Topical finasteride solution: Did my pharmacy simply dissolve finasteride tablets?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A user received a topical finasteride solution from a pharmacy, which likely dissolved finasteride tablets instead of using pure finasteride powder, resulting in sediment. The user expressed dissatisfaction, expecting pure powder, and discussed the pros and cons of DIY solutions and the use of minoxidil with finasteride.

community People call companies stupid for making very high concentration Topical Fin solutions but I think they overlook the fact that the actual absorption rate of finasteride varies greatly

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses how the absorption rate of topical finasteride varies and is not equivalent to its oral form, with only a small percentage reaching the scalp. It also mentions that minoxidil in high concentrations is used topically because only a small amount is absorbed.

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in Is this regrowth? 233 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced noticeable hair regrowth using a Hims minoxidil and finasteride topical solution. Many commenters noted significant progress and congratulated the user.

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research Comparison of Microneedling with Platelet Rich Plasma vs Minoxidil (5%)+Finasteride (0.1%) Topical Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomised Clinical Study

January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research”

This study compared the effectiveness and safety of microneedling with PRP versus minoxidil and finasteride topical therapy in adult males with androgenetic alopecia, finding similar hair density improvements in both groups, though microneedling with PRP had a quicker onset of action.

research Treatment Patterns and Treatment Satisfaction Among Adults with Alopecia Areata in the United States

7 citations , October 2022 in “Advances in Therapy”

This review of real-world treatment options for AA indicates that current therapies are insufficient, with high dissatisfaction rates, highlighting a need for improved solutions.

research Digital health platforms expand access and improve care for male androgenetic alopecia

October 2022 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

In this study, patients using the digitally enabled platform Keeps for male pattern hair loss treatment reported positive health outcomes, with 81% experiencing hair regrowth or ceasing hair loss after six months.

Patient Satisfaction, Side Effects, and Other Reactions Reported by Adult Men Prescribed Compounded, Topical Finasteride via a National Telehealth Platform: A Retrospective Analysis of Real World Data

research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)

December 2025 in “JMIR Dermatology”

This study observed that patients using a novel topical combination of finasteride and minoxidil for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and good tolerance, with few side effects and no need for higher-level care, despite limitations such as retrospective data and no control group.

research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)

September 2025

In this large retrospective study, patients using compounded topical finasteride and minoxidil through a telehealth platform for male androgenetic alopecia reported high satisfaction and low incidence of side effects, with no need for higher care or treatment discontinuation due to adverse reactions.

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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Minoxidil 2%, 5% and 10% which is better to use? In a randomized trial in men, 5% topical minoxidil produced more hair growth than 2%. There is no approved 10% product and no head-to-head trial showing it beats 5%; higher strengths mainly add irritation and systemic absorption. Approved strengths differ by sex, so check the label for your product.
From hypertension to hair: the unexpected story of minoxidil Minoxidil was developed as an oral blood-pressure drug and approved as Loniten in 1979; unwanted hair growth in patients led to topical Rogaine, approved for men in 1988 and for women in 1991. Trials support topical minoxidil for pattern hair loss, while low-dose oral minoxidil is a prescription drug used off-label and needs medical supervision.

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RU58841: What's the difference between minoxidil and finasteride? Minoxidil stimulates hair growth, while finasteride reduces DHT levels to prevent hair loss.

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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

Is Finasteride unbeatable or are there equally powerful alternatives? Trials report finasteride as the single medication with the strongest measured effect in male androgenetic alopecia, while dutasteride, minoxidil, topical finasteride, PRP, LLLT and microneedling all have supporting studies and are often reported to work better in combination. Finasteride, dutasteride and oral minoxidil are prescription-only, and several of these uses are off-label.
Topical or oral? Choosing between pills and lotions according to your case. Topical finasteride offers localized treatment with fewer systemic side effects than oral finasteride.

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community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.

community It appears that the topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is working.

community Topical finasteride solution: Did my pharmacy simply dissolve finasteride tablets?

community People call companies stupid for making very high concentration Topical Fin solutions but I think they overlook the fact that the actual absorption rate of finasteride varies greatly

community Progress? Aug ‘24 vs Dec ‘24..

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research Comparison of Microneedling with Platelet Rich Plasma vs Minoxidil (5%)+Finasteride (0.1%) Topical Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomised Clinical Study

research Treatment Patterns and Treatment Satisfaction Among Adults with Alopecia Areata in the United States

research Digital health platforms expand access and improve care for male androgenetic alopecia

research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)

research Patient satisfaction, side effects, and other reactions reported by adult men prescribed compounded, topical finasteride via a national telehealth platform: A retrospective analysis of real world data (Preprint)

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