FIN —> DUT caused bald spot in middle of forehead to get worse Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/22/2026
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride worsened hair loss and caused a burning sensation. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, using ketoconazole shampoo, and consulting a dermatologist.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 3 months hair transformation: From finasteride to dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling.
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user experienced hair shedding while taking finasteride for 2 years, but after switching to dutasteride, using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling, their hair has become thicker and hair loss has completely stopped. They also mentioned having no side effects from dutasteride.
community Switching to Dutasteride because finasteride couldn't stop my hair loss.
The user switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride due to continued hair loss, using Dutasteride twice a week while continuing Finasteride on other days, and also using Minoxidil and Ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering increasing Dutasteride dosage and are uncertain about continuing Minoxidil due to lack of visible results.
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The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about waiting longer to see results. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist for a tricoscopy and consider higher doses of dutasteride, while also checking for nutritional deficiencies and thyroid issues.
community Minox. 2.5 percent, Finasteride 1.25mg, Microneedling 1.5 mm, Ketoconazole shampoo and Biotin. Got better until it didn’t. Should I start dutasteride and Ru?
User experiencing hair loss tried Minoxidil, Finasteride, Microneedling, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Biotin. Others suggest continuing current treatment for 1-2 years before considering Dutasteride and RU58841.
community Derm prescribed ketoconazole 2% shampoo, claiming my case “is not bad enough yet” for fin. Second opinion?
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
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