18 y/o starting Minoxidil + Finasteride — questions about effectiveness, tretinoin, and dosing Minoxidil 8/8/2025
An 18-year-old is considering starting Minoxidil and Finasteride for early hair thinning and seeks advice on their effectiveness and dosing. Minoxidil can work alone, but combining it with Finasteride is effective; starting Finasteride at 1 mg daily is recommended, with potential dose adjustments if side effects occur.
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