Nizoral shampoo – really needed? How often? How long to apply? Ketoconazole 4/19/2023
User on finasteride for a decade and oral minoxidil for a month asks about Nizoral shampoo's effectiveness and usage. Dermatologist suggests it may help with seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss, but not necessary; others share mixed opinions.
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