4 months progress at oral fin and oral minoxidil Treatment 10/6/2024
The user reported progress in hair growth after 4 months using 0.5 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily, and is considering adding RU58841 to block DHT on the scalp. They experienced side effects like reduced libido and mild erectile dysfunction, and take supplements like zinc, iron, fish oil, vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin E.
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