topical minox vs oral - asked 3 derms, here is the consensus

had the convo 3x with 3 different derms this year. common threads: topical = OTC, slower, no systemic side effects, has to be daily forever. oral (off label) = faster, convenient, side effects possible (fluid retention, unwanted body hair, dizziness), not for everyone. the derms i spoke to all prefer topical first unless you can't tolerate it. just a data point, not advice.