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Regarding topical finasteride
Hello! I am using minoxidil 5% topical solution and Doc prescribed oral finasteride and I have used it for 4 months and trying to move on from it. Can i use topical Finasteride+minoxidil solution? Is it safe and free of side effects?
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Not like that..though absorption is poor.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos
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Dr. Jerriton Brewin
Dermatologist
2 yrs exp
Tirunelveli
Topical finasteride is safe and free from side effects. That answers your question. But it won’t be as effective as oral finasteride.
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Dr. Pathuri Ram Sushruth
Hair Transplant Surgeon
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No don't shift to topical solution unless doctor tells. Oral finasteride is USA FDA approved drug for treatment male pattern baldness since more than a decade. It has no long term complications.
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