What else to add to my stack? All help extremely appreciated!
    2/26/2022

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride β†’

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this hair loss treatment regimen post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’Š Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg daily
    πŸ’Š Minoxidil (oral) 5mg 2x daily 6-7 months
    πŸ’§ LLLT caps (topical) 3x weekly
    πŸ’Š Vitamins (oral)
    πŸ’§ Ketoconazole shampoo (topical)
    the tone is 😐 neutral with shedding stopped results.

    Other terms

    The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen including Avodart (dutasteride), oral minoxidil, LLLT caps, vitamins, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is considering adding dermarolling and RU58841. They are experiencing unwanted body hair growth from minoxidil and are planning for a future hair transplant.
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