Use of Finasteride and Minoxidil for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review

    January 2026 in “ Revista Colombiana de Ciencias Químico Farmacéuticas ”
    Bruno Francelino Da Silva, Rafael Gomes Firmino, Sarah Rebeca Dantas Ferreira, Francisco Patrício de. Andrade Júnior
    Studysummary This review discusses the efficacy of Minoxidil and finasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia and suggests that combined therapy may offer superior results and improved patient adherence despite potential side effects.
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