Making topical finasteride with ethanol + propylene glycol vs mixing it with topical minoxidil Finasteride/Dutasteride 11/24/2025
The conversation discusses two methods for making topical finasteride: using ethanol and propylene glycol or mixing it with topical minoxidil. The focus is on solubility and absorption, with a suggestion to crush pills finely and possibly mix with minoxidil at a slightly elevated temperature.
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