Does 1mg dutasteride get you most of the way there? Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/1/2025
1 mg dutasteride may be sufficient for most people, with higher doses showing diminishing returns. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and ketoconazole can enhance results, but oral minoxidil may cause side effects.
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