Is there any other options besides Castor oil and Rosemary oil if fin and min give me bad sides?
    10/10/2022

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    Finasteride β†’

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    Minoxidil β†’

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Ketoconazole β†’

    Antifungal, best known as a dandruff shampoo

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) several months
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical)
    πŸ’§ Ketoconazole (topical)
    πŸ’§ Microneedling (topical)
    πŸ’§ Castor oil (topical)
    πŸ’§ Rosemary oil (topical)
    the tone is 😞 negative.

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    The user experiences side effects from finasteride and minoxidil and is exploring alternatives like ketoconazole, microneedling, castor oil, and rosemary oil for hair loss. Other users suggest adjusting finasteride dosage, using copper peptides, and considering emu oil.
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