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    10/19/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride โ†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil โ†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Finasteride (topical) 0.25% 3 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) 5%
    ๐Ÿ’ง Red light laser cap (topical) daily
    ๐Ÿ’ง Dermapen (topical) once every week or two
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral.

    Other terms

    The user is using a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and other ingredients, along with a red light laser cap and dermapen, to address hair thinning. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to try dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 12 to 18 months before deciding.
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