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    GlossaryMinocycline

    antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation

    Minocycline is an antibiotic that belongs to the tetracycline class, commonly used to treat bacterial infections such as acne and respiratory infections. It has anti-inflammatory properties, which can be beneficial in treating certain skin conditions and has been explored for its potential in managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.

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      community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

      in Chat  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

      community Oral 5mg minoxidil and 1mg finastride

      in Product  3 upvotes 1 week ago
      The conversation is about using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, and Keto shampoo for hair loss, with additional supplements like Biotin, multivitamins, and Vitamin D3 with K2. Suggestions include possibly switching to 2.5mg dutasteride instead of finasteride.

      community Oral min 2.5mg / oral fin 1mg / 3.5 months - 25M progress

      in Progress Pictures  166 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 25-year-old shared progress on hair growth using oral minoxidil 2.5mg, oral finasteride 1mg, and dermarolling over 3.5 months, noting improvements and encouraging others to persist with treatments. Other users discussed their experiences with similar treatments, including topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin cream, with varying results and side effects.

      community Oral Min shed is brutal . Do I keep going?

      in Minoxidil  94 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the experience of hair shedding after starting sublingual oral Minoxidil, with the user questioning whether to continue the treatment. Responses suggest persisting with the treatment as shedding might lead to positive results.