Doctor has prescribed me these. Would be grateful for your opinion on whether i should move forward with this prescription. Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/22/2023
The conversation discusses a prescription for hair loss treatment. Minoxidil is mentioned as a treatment that should be used daily, not just two days a week.
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