Fin/Min and Ketoconazole. Am I responding to the meds?
    Progress Pictures 2/8/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Ketoconazole →

    antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1.25mg 3 months
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 1.25/2.5mg 1 month
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2 months
    💧 Ketoconazole (topical) 3-4 times a week
    the tone is 😀 positive with good progress results.

    Other terms

    The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for hair loss, showing good progress without significant side effects. They plan to have a hair transplant in March and hope to eventually stop using oral minoxidil.
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