Tretinoin and Minoxdil - Need a compounding pharmacy Product 1/10/2022
Tretinoin combined with minoxidil is effective for hair loss and can be used once daily. The user seeks a compounding pharmacy to mix these without finasteride.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity for anyone who is on the fence about oral minoxidil should read this NYT article it might help. it's an old one but people might need a refresher. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/18/health/minoxidil-hair-loss-pills.html
Oral minoxidil is more effective than topical for hair regrowth but may cause unwanted body hair growth and cardiovascular side effects. Some users experience positive results, while others discontinue use due to side effects like chest pain.
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