Left is before right is after 4 months of oral 1.25 mg Finasteride EOD. Progress Pictures 3/30/2026
The user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using 1.25 mg oral Finasteride every other day. Responses indicate hair regrowth and a filling hairline, with one user asking about side effects or shedding.
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