PP405 Won't Work Long Term: Hair Follicle Damage Due to Abuse of the ISR System Research/Science 10/10/2025
PP405 may damage hair follicles if used long-term, suggesting cycling might be necessary. Combining it with finasteride could help maintain hair growth.
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