3 months 1 mg fin and 5% topical min once a day Is this regrowth? 6/4/2024
A user shared positive results after 3 months of using 1 mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily for hair regrowth. Other users expressed amazement and shared similar experiences, with one noting potential shedding around months 5-7.
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