guys help ðŸ˜, am i cooked? Mon 5%, Fin 1mg Is this regrowth? 9/15/2025
The user is concerned about hair thinning and has been using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5%, along with Alpecin caffeine liquid and vitamins. Others suggest continuing the treatment, as it seems to be stabilizing the hair, and advise against stopping the medication abruptly.
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