Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to HealthCanada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.
A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.
The conversation is about the approval of Clascoterone (Winlevi) in Canada for hair loss treatment. One user expressed skepticism about its effectiveness due to low concentration.
Finasteride prices in Canada vary, with Costco offering lower prices compared to smaller pharmacies, and no membership is needed to access their pharmacy. Users discuss the cost-effectiveness of oral versus topical treatments, with some preferring oral minoxidil and finasteride due to fewer side effects.