Does 1% ketaconozole over the counter shampoo do anything? Like Nizoral for instance? Product 8/6/2025
The conversation discusses the use of 1% ketoconazole shampoo, like Nizoral, for hair loss and scalp issues. Users suggest it may help with early hair loss and scalp conditions but is not as effective as other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
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