1.5 years. Oral Fin and Min only. Progress Pictures 8/6/2025
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride (1 mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5 mg) daily, with minimal side effects. They also use testosterone to balance any libido effects from finasteride.
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