Using a SERM (Ralox) and oral fin at the same time - anyone with similar experiences? Finasteride 5/17/2019
The user experienced gynecomastia from finasteride, used raloxifene to treat it, and is now taking both without new gyno symptoms but also without hair regrowth. They are seeking others' experiences with this combination and its effects on hair.
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