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Assists in combating oxidative stress
Systemic absorption from topical minoxidil is generally considered low, but it's not zero
Additionally, it assists with restoring metabolic balance and likely encourages beneficial effects of tesamorelin, such as more localized reduction of fat and a normal or better energy balance, all while not exposing the person to elevated or excess hormones beyond safer levels regulated physiologically
In those on maximal dose of a GLP-1 RA (either subcutaneous or oral), I would initiate tirzepatide at the 5 mg weekly dose
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