Is the combination of spironolactone and estrogen more or less effective than finasteride? 2/24/2022
Spironolactone and estrogen may be more effective for hair regrowth in transgender women than finasteride alone. Estrogen and spironolactone suppress testosterone, potentially reducing DHT more effectively than finasteride.
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