Stronger topical steroids work better in alopecia areata than weaker ones but are associated with more potential side effects with long term use. You’ll want to speak to your dermatologist about this issue and how long you might need. Clobetasol can be an excellent choice for short term use.
You never get a result with medications like minox etc other than FUE hair restoration surgery.Hair grafting/ transplant can be an option or forehead reduction and correcting asymmetry on your frontal hair line/forelock.I advice you have a FUE; you would get the desired hairline...
A well documented adverse effect of finasteride due to DHT suppression is gynecomastia (development of fatty breast tissue. That tissue can become tender intermittently. Visit your doctor and let them know about your symptoms.