Pharmacological Efficacy of Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil–Finasteride Combination for Hair Growth and Stability in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A 12-Month Retrospective Service Evaluation

    June 2025 in “ British Journal of Dermatology ”
    Hans Johnson, David T. Huang, Ashley Kieran Clift … Gustavo Cardoso Guimarães
    Studysummary In this study, a daily low-dose regimen of oral minoxidil and finasteride over 12 months led to significant hair density improvements in over 92% of adult men with androgenetic alopecia, including those with advanced stages, though inter-rater reliability in photo assessments was modest.
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