In summary topical Finasteride fortified with Minoxidil has shown significantly superior results to Minoxidil only.
Similar efficacy between M/F 2in1 solution used in Group A and oral Finasteride with Minoxidil 5% used in Group B.
The optimal concentration of Finasteride in the M/F 2in1 solution hasn´t been established yet. It is likely to be between 0.1% and 0.25%.
The optimal concentration of Minoxidil in the M/F 2in1 solution is 5% (or higher if you won´t respond to 5% Minoxidil).
Pros of using Topical Finasteride fortified with Minoxidil
- Sexual side effects of oral Finasteride can be minimazed by using topical Finasteride solution combined with Minoxidil. However they can´t be eliminated 100% either.
- Topical Finasteride fortified with Minoxidil is superior to Minoxidil alone and/or Topical Finasteride alone.
- You are targeting your hair loss via 2 different pathways by A: blocking DHT topically with Finasteride, and B: using a potent potassium channel opener like Minoxidil for additional vasodilation in the scalp.
Cons of using Topical Finasteride fortified with Minoxidil
- There is no established concentration of Finasteride and Minoxidil in the M/F 2in1 solutions offered online or compounded by pharmacies. Further research is required, to establish optimal concentrations and improve its absorption via polymeric nanoparticles.
- You can still experience side effects by using topical Finasteride. They won´t be as serious though, because the Finasteride plasma exposure by using topical Finasteride is much lower as opposed to Finasteride tablet.