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5 / 407 resultscommunity for anyone who is on the fence about oral minoxidil should read this NYT article it might help. it's an old one but people might need a refresher. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/18/health/minoxidil-hair-loss-pills.html
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical for hair regrowth but may cause unwanted body hair growth and cardiovascular side effects. Some users experience positive results, while others discontinue use due to side effects like chest pain.
community Please Help! I’m 2x with Hair Loss, and been using Minoxidil but got side effect :((
A 25-year-old experiencing genetic hair loss used minoxidil, biotin, and cystine but stopped due to routine fatigue, leading to worsened hair loss and unwanted body hair growth. They are hesitant about finasteride due to potential side effects and are seeking advice on effective treatments.
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Oral minoxidil can increase body hair growth, but effects differ among individuals. Some recommend topical minoxidil to prevent unwanted body hair while preserving scalp hair.
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The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of 5% topical minoxidil, with considerations for adding finasteride or dutasteride. Concerns about side effects, such as unwanted body hair growth from oral minoxidil, are also mentioned.
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Oral minoxidil is claimed to be more effective and easier to use than topical minoxidil, with a 100% response rate, but it may cause unwanted body hair growth and has potential heart-related side effects. Topical minoxidil is less effective for many due to enzyme limitations, can cause scalp issues, and is more challenging to apply, but it avoids systemic side effects.