Compounded Finasteride Didn't Work for 6 Months: Switched to Proscar and Added Minoxidil Minoxidil 1/3/2025
The user switched from compounded Finasteride to Proscar and added Minoxidil and Ketoconazole shampoo to their hair loss treatment, noticing small hair growth but unsure of its source. They plan to continue this regimen for six more months to see if it stabilizes their hair loss.
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