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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community Oral fin/min/biotin Stack 2 month progress pics
The conversation is about a user's progress with an oral treatment for hair loss using a stack of finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin over two months, noting stabilization after an initial shed. The user mentions using Hims Chews, which are effective but costly, and another user comments that biotin is ineffective.
community Do you think oral minoxidil will become the standard for hair loss in 2026?
Oral minoxidil is considered more convenient and effective for some users, with positive results reported, but concerns about side effects and availability persist. Finasteride remains a standard treatment, while some users explore combinations with other treatments like dutasteride and laser devices.
community Oral min to topical? Dut to fin?
The user is considering switching from oral to topical minoxidil and possibly adding finasteride, while continuing with dutasteride and incorporating microneedling to improve hair loss treatment. They are concerned about potential shedding during the transition.
community Oral Min/Fin & Topical Min (November 2024 - January 2026)
The user followed a hair loss treatment routine using liquid minoxidil, oral minoxidil, and oral finasteride, with plans to stop topical minoxidil by mid-2026. They experienced significant improvement, especially in the crown area, after starting oral minoxidil.