The conversation is about creating a DIYtopicalfinasteride solution using ethyl alcohol and propylene glycol. A user suggests using a compounding pharmacy instead.
A user is experimenting with a DIYtopical solution combining finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, applying 0.5 mg of finasteride daily. Concerns include absorption issues, potential side effects, and product loss due to hair density, with some users suggesting oral intake for better results.
A user made a 70/30 ethanol/propylene glycol topicalfinasteride solution but noticed chunks at the bottom. The discussion focuses on this issue with the DIY hair loss treatment.
A user is discussing making a DIYtopicalfinasteride solution using ingredients like water, alcohol, propylene glycol, ethanol, and glycerin, and is concerned about the stability of the mixture. Other users suggest that the solution will work and discuss the importance of propylene glycol for drug dissolution and factors like temperature and light affecting finasteride stability.
Topicalfinasteride in the UK is sought after due to concerns about the strength and cost of Hims products. There is also interest in whether crushing finasteride pills into minoxidil is effective.