M22 Minoxidil twice daily on the temples for 7 months, Finasteride 0.5 mg ed for 3 months
    Progress Pictures 11/23/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

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

    Finasteride →

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

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2x daily 7 months
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 0.5 mg every day 3 months
    💧 Dermastamping (topical) once every week/fortnight
    the tone is 😀 positive with temple regrowth, improved overall hair appearance, stopped further hair loss results.

    Other terms

    Minoxidil helped with temple regrowth, and finasteride improved overall hair appearance and stopped further hair loss. Minoxidil was also applied to eyebrows and eyelids, with noticeable gains, but was stopped on the beard due to bloating.
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