3 months progress. Taking 0.5mg fin every other day. Naz shampoo twice weekly. Taking vitamin D and omega 3 daily. Progress Pictures 11/2/2021
A user shared a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mg finasteride every other day, Naz shampoo twice weekly, and daily vitamin D and omega 3, without using minoxidil or dermarolling due to scalp sensitivity. Commenters noted the significant results from a low dose of finasteride and questioned the role of vitamins in the treatment.
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