Im looking for a topical to add to my current stack
    Treatment 5/17/2025

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    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1.25mg
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 2.5mg
    the tone is 😐 neutral with happy with current results.

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    The user is considering adding a topical treatment to their current regimen of finasteride and oral minoxidil to protect their temple area, with options like piro, RU58841, or topical finasteride or dutasteride. They are advised against overcomplicating their treatment, but another user suggests a topical with 8% minoxidil/dutasteride for better results.
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