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Oral Minoxidil 1.25mg (is it enough?) Hey there, I've been taking Finasteride for two years, and I just got a hair transplant. My doctor suggested adding 1.25mg oral Minoxidil to help my new hair grow well and thicken the rest of my hair. I'm curious if anyone else is on the low 1.25mg oral Minoxidil, and if you're seeing good results. I've noticed most people are using 2.5 to 5mg. Thanks!

I was also prescribed oral minoxidil 1.25. May I ask why you went with that strength? I keep reading on the internet for men 2.5-5mg... hopefully the small dose is enough?

My understanding is that men over the age of 50 are less affected by DHT, so you might be able to forgo using Finasteride at this point. Senile alopecia typically occurs after this age. Please correct me if I'm mistaken, but this is what I recall from my readings.

Ive been thinking about this long and hard... What you guys think?: If you use it twice a day all over your scalp, you're more likely to cover every area than if you only do it once a day. You don't need a study to see that. For people with thinning hair like me, doing it twice a day is a good idea because it gives you a second chance to apply it in case you missed any spots during the morning application when you do it again in the evening. Is my thinking wrong?? Also can someone explain the half life theory to me.

How long had you been using oral minoxidil before? Is it possible that the shedding isn't related to discontinuing topical minoxidil, but rather a common shedding occurrence when starting oral minoxidil?

they say they source it/buy it directly from the USA. Hoping 🙏 I wish there could be a way i could test it

Kirkland Minoxidil foam - fake?? I got myself some Minoxidil foam from 'minoxidilworld.co.uk' since I couldn't find it here in Switzerland. I did a bit of digging and found that the liquid version is more prone to counterfeits, while the foam version seems trickier to fake, at least from what I've read. Any of you folks done some research on this? Is it safe to order Kirkland Minoxidil foam online? I've been checking out a thread where someone said they haven't come across any fake foam versions yet:

thanks! I think im going to order them. How long did it take until you got them after ordering? I just got a hairtransplant like 4 weeks ago and was thinking of using topical minoxidil. But maybe i should just buy the oral version and use it, but dont want to wait that long for it as id like to start as soon as possible. Have you been using topical Minoxidil beforehand? If yes, for how long?

thanks man. Oral Minoxidil is difficult to get in Switzerland. Do you know if its safe to buy Lonitab 5 Mg online through Alldaychemist? I think that is an online pharmacy shop in india but from what I heard many people buy their tretinoin for the faces on that webpage and it seems legit. Wondering now if the same goes for the oral minoxidil.

Switching from Topical to Oral - Losing Ground and Efficacy? I have two questions: 1. If oral Minoxidil is more effective than topical Minoxidil, should I, a 37-year-old with Norwood 2/3 hair loss, choose oral Finasteride and oral Minoxidil instead of oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil to better combat hair loss in the long term? 2. If oral Minoxidil is better, why do some people say they lose more hair when they switch from topical Minoxidil to oral?

My only issue why Im hesitent to go on oral minoxidil is because I already have low bloodpressure (mostly around 90/60) and because on my fathers side all the males died around age 50 from heart related issues (stroke, heart attack etc)

I just watched a video where a doctor claimed that using topical minoxidil is as effective as taking 0.5mg of oral minoxidil. I found it hard to believe. You can find this claim at the 1 hour and 45-minute mark in the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mAW4PmXw4M

Wow, you've been using topical minoxidil for quite a while! Have you ever noticed a point where it seemed less effective, or do you think it's still maintaining your hair? I'm curious if you've considered stopping its use at your age, and if so, whether you anticipate a significant hair loss, or if you've already experienced a gradual loss of the hair that relied on minoxidil over time.

Hey guys, quick question I'm 37 years old and have been taking Finasteride for two years. My hairline is at a Norwood 2/3 stage, and I recently had a hair transplant to address it. Now, I'm wondering if I should start using topical Minoxidil to get the best results. My hair is thinning a bit, and I've lost some volume. My vertex area is just starting to show signs of thinning. Should I start using topical Minoxidil daily, or should I save it for later when my hair loss gets worse? I've heard two different opinions. Some say the effects of topical Minoxidil wear off after 5-6 years, so it's better to save it for when you're losing more hair on the vertex. Others suggest using it now in the early stages to potentially stop hair loss for many years. What ya guys think? Thanks for the advice PS: Here are some photos of me right before getting a hair transplant for my receding hairline.

May I ask why you say it is nonsense and a waste of money?

I could imagine this... I tell you why. there are rapports out there that body hair transplanted to the head starts taking characteristics of the head hair follicles, so why not also DHT?

there is also such things as retrograde alopecia. Apparently it is very common and many people dont realise they have it. basically hairloss in the donor area

Melvin, I like your posts because they're clear and on point. Are you in the medical field, or did you gain your knowledge over time? Thanks for sharing what you know – I've learned a lot from you!

secondly, people are getting this all wrong. If you are a super responder to topical minoxidil, then topical minoxidil will be superior to oral minoxidil, because it actually working on the roots/scalp itself. if you are a weak or none responder to topical minoxidil (which 60% are), then oral minoxidil will be waay better then topical My advice: Try topical for a year. If you dont see great results, then switch to oral. If you had great results on topical and switch to oral, dont cry if you loose ground

firstly this is not true. Broscience

Hello, I recently underwent a hair transplant procedure after being diagnosed with genetic alopecia, primarily based on a visual assessment by a dermatologist. I had been taking Finasteride for two years before deciding to have a Trichoscope examination. During the Trichoscope examination, the doctor's notes (you can read them in English at the bottom of the attached photo) suggested a possible diagnosis of Telogen Effluvium. While this was a term I wasn't familiar with, I was relieved that the doctor didn't mention significant hair miniaturization, worsening hair loss, or the ineffectiveness of my medication. I must admit that at the time, I didn't give it much thought. This was my first and only Trichoscope examination, which I had never undergone before starting Finasteride treatment. About three months later, I sought a hair transplant with a different doctor. During the examination, this new doctor mentioned some miniaturization in my donor area. I then showed him the document indicating the possibility of Telogen Effluvium. The doctor explained that the miniaturization in the donor area could be due to Telogen Effluvium or the effects of DHT on some of my hair follicles. I ultimately underwent a successful hair transplant. Upon returning home, I delved into extensive research about donor areas and miniaturization. My panic set in when I discovered information about DUPA (Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia) and the recommendation that individuals with DUPA should avoid hair transplants. This revelation has left me in a state of anxiety, as I now wonder whether I might have DUPA instead of Telogen Effluvium. Strangely, I had never perceived thinning in my back hair; my primary concern had always been my receding hairline. I can't recall experiencing any noticeable excess shedding; my hair loss has consistently followed a slow and gradual progression. It's important to note that I've always had very fine, wispy, and wavy hair. I'm reaching out to this community in search of knowledgeable experts who can interpret the Trichoscope results and offer insights into whether I might have DUPA or Telogen Effluvium. Is it common for individuals with genetic alopecia to exhibit some degree of miniaturization in the donor area? Thank you in advance for any assistance or guidance you can provide. PS: Below, you'll find a few samples of my donor hair. One set of images shows my hair at a longer length, while the other set was taken after I had a fresh haircut at the hairdresser's. It's worth noting that all of these pictures were captured before my hair transplant.

may I ask why you think it is nonsense? Im seriously considering taking it. It has studies to back it up. Im just worried that it is not a reputable company

I liked getting feedback on my new hairline. It's been lowered by about 1-2 centimeters, and we focused on making it thicker behind the hairline and around the temples. In total, they used 2394 grafts. Does it look like there are that many? My hair is naturally very fine and thin, so I wanted it to be densely packed.

I have a quick question: I noticed that you can purchase ORAL MINOX – 2.5MG on the anagenica.com website. Isn't this product usually only available with a prescription? I'm just curious because I thought a prescription was required for it.

well firstly... Can i ask you: Did you notice individual hairs were thicker then usual Or did you notice the density (how many hairs you have at once) has increased?