M18 - 7 Months on topical fin + min Not working for me Finasteride/Dutasteride 2/28/2025
Topical finasteride and minoxidil are not effective for the user, who is considering switching to oral treatments like finasteride or dutasteride. Many suggest oral medications are more effective, and some recommend additional treatments like microneedling and other topical solutions.
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