Finasteride and Minoxidil
Supplement–drug interaction evidence from the TruthStack database.
| Severity | INFO |
|---|---|
| Evidence Tier | Moderate |
| Interaction Type | COMPLEMENTARY |
| Last Reviewed | 2026-02-24 |
Summary
Minoxidil (vasodilator-mediated hair growth) and finasteride (DHT reduction) work through independent mechanisms. Commonly combined. Literature supports additive efficacy.
CYP Enzyme Profiles
Published CYP enzyme data for compounds in this interaction:
Finasteride: CYP3A4 substrate (moderate)
API Reference
GET https://api.truthstack.co/v1/check?c1=Finasteride&c2=Minoxidil
Open, unauthenticated. Returns JSON. Developer documentation
Sources
Primary: 25078318
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