Is there a big difference between 5% and 8% RU58841 solution? Treatment 4/27/2024
A user has been using a 5% RU58841 solution for hair loss without much result and is considering increasing to an 8% solution to improve outcomes. They are unsure if they should increase the concentration or wait longer for results.
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