.3% Fin (3mo) & .6% Minox (10mo) Topical results. Is this regrowth? 10/18/2024
The user is experiencing hair regrowth using topical 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with no side effects noted. They are considering switching to oral treatments if progress stalls, but are currently satisfied with the results.
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community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?
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