Using a minox + fin + tretinoin solution, is this prescription safe? Treatment 5/27/2024
A user received a prescription for a topical solution with Minoxidil 7%, Finasteride 2%, and Tretinoin 0.01%, to be used twice daily for three months. They are concerned about the safety of these dosages compared to commonly recommended lower dosages.
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8 months ago Topical finasteride with minoxidil can be effective but may not match oral finasteride results, with less absorption into the bloodstream. Shedding is common when starting or stopping minoxidil and finasteride, and adding dutasteride and tretinoin can enhance effectiveness by improving absorption and DHT inhibition.
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