Anyone who used topical bicalutamide/estradiol/cyproterone acetate /spironolacton? (Need advice)
    Treatment 7/10/2024

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 bicalutamide (topical)
    💧 estradiol (topical)
    💧 cyproterone acetate (topical)
    💧 spironolactone (topical)
    💊 finasteride (oral)
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    A user is seeking advice on the efficacy and side effects of homemade topical solutions for hair loss, specifically bicalutamide, estradiol, cyproterone acetate, and spironolactone, as they cannot access RU58841 or pyrilutamide.
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