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Which one are best over male pattern baldness ...grocapix gel or minoxidil 10% ?

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Minoxidil: Minoxidil has been shown to help back of the head balding but not frontal balding ( I know personally). I would see your doctor if this is what you are suffering from

Answered 4/21/2017

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