Can I Use Topical Azelaic Acid & Oral Finasteride At The Same Time?
    3/29/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Azelaic Acid β†’

    acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical) 5% 10 years
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg daily 1 year
    πŸ’§ Azelaic Acid (topical)
    πŸ’§ Tretinoin (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with some growth results.

    Other terms

    A user is considering using a topical Minoxidil solution with tretinoin and Azelaic Acid while taking oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on safety and effectiveness. They have been using Minoxidil for 10 years with mild results and oral Finasteride for a year with some positive changes.
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