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Is Topical Finasteride with Lipids effective? Is it different from a Liposomal Solution?

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iamjerichoMar 18, 2016

I am using Topical Finasteride (0.1%) and Minoxidil (5%) Solution with Lipids. Would it penetrate into the scalp as I've heard Topical Fin only works with Liposomal as the carrier.

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Dr. Jeff Rapaport, MD
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