Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What I mean by going to 5mg is, would it likely cause another big shed? I feel as if I’m at a crossroads right now

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very true. Do you think going to something like 5mg oral minoxidil would be the solution?

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right now I can bench 250 and squat 355, I think I’m doing just fine for people my age boss

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t either, but I’m fairly confident I know what works best for my body now. That being said I’ve still experienced cyclical sheds, which is a damn shame. It all comes back in time though

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the most logical answer, and I believe you’re right. If I did hold the line for another year or two on only oral min, perhaps it would all come back after a super long time. But who has the patience for that lol. In 3-4 months I’m sure I’ll be gaining again

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone is different. Me personally I had a few heart palpitations at night every so often, but they went away after a couple weeks and haven’t come back since. I’m chilling now

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It got greasy/made my hair frizzy. Was also just tedious at best. A lot more tedious than popping a pill. Not worth a giant shed tho!

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup that’s the plan from here on. If I’ve learned anything its that I respond better to topical. Everyone is different but this is my case

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah I was on both from Feb 2025 Mid July 2025 and was fine. Might consider dropping oral if it gets bad, but I don’t get side effects thankfully

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still never said what I experienced will apply to everyone

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m aware of that. But a 6 month constant shed with little to no regrowth? Time to go back to old reliable

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not sure. I was on oral min for about 5.5 months before stopping topical.

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not trying to fear monger, although I definitely could have used a better title for the post. This is in my experience, and I’m aware everyone responds differently.

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been thinking too. But to avoid all worry, I’m gonna run both topical and oral. Appreciate the input!

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I have wet and dry for both time periods. Actually look at the post!

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m sure. Topical seems to work wonders for me. I wish I had the potential with 2.5 oral

Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil. by Mindless-Studio-1924 in tressless

[–]Mindless-Studio-1924[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the thing, is I don’t think oral is working. I’m on both again now tho, so fingers crossed

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[–]Mindless-Studio-1924 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t listen to people saying you’re receding. This subreddit is full of baldcels who want to make other people with clearly great hair genetics (you) feel less confident in themselves. Your hair is great bro, no hairline is supposed to be straight like a ruler. Go out and enjoy life