When should i bump up my minoxidil dose to 5mg?

[Leo]

Is it worth it? Idk if it will cause more bloat and that i am scared of.

 

[Deleted member 284650]

How much are you currently taking, and how much is it bloating you?

 

[Leo]

How much are you currently taking, and how much is it bloating you?

Its bloating me a little bit i think, im on 2.5mg

I just want thicker hair but if i start looking like a fat ass then i'd skip on upping the dose

 

[mohito]

You should wait at least 2 months to assess effectiveness and side effects before upping the dose. Most important side effect to watch for is rapid heartbeat.

Make sure to check out this thread to find out if oral is worth it

Why topical minoxidil is better than oral and why you should use it with tretinion

I've said this a couple of times but it seems many people still don't know about this. First of all why you should avoid oral minoxidil: -unwanted hair growth -bloating/ excessive water retention -possible low blood pressure Topical minoxidil on the other hand: -is far less systemic and...

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[Deleted member 284650]

Its bloating me a little bit i think, im on 2.5mg

I just want thicker hair but if i start looking like a fat ass then i'd skip on upping the dose

Imma have to call my GP @aids to help you out with your prescription

 

[Leo]

You should wait at least 2 months to assess effectiveness and side effects before upping the dose. Most important side effect to watch for is rapid heartbeat.

Make sure to check out this thread to find out if oral is worth it

Why topical minoxidil is better than oral and why you should use it with tretinion

I've said this a couple of times but it seems many people still don't know about this. First of all why you should avoid oral minoxidil: -unwanted hair growth -bloating/ excessive water retention -possible low blood pressure Topical minoxidil on the other hand: -is far less systemic and...

looksmax.org

Topical is fucking ass, gave me allergic reactions.. thats why i switched to oral

 

[mohito]

Topical is fucking ass, gave me allergic reactions.. thats why i switched to oral

I agree tbh. Its dissolved in alcohol after all