Is 0.1%w/v topical fin overkill if taking oral 0.5mg fin?
    Finasteride/Dutasteride 2/18/2026

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 0.5mg
    💧 Finasteride (topical) 0.1%
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5%
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    The conversation discusses whether using 0.1% topical finasteride alongside 0.5 mg oral finasteride is excessive, with suggestions to choose either oral or topical treatment. The user also uses 5% minoxidil and mentions concerns about alcohol-based solutions due to seborrheic dermatitis.
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