How come Dut doesn’t cause more brain problems than fin if it inhibits Type 1 5AR? Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/26/2024
Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risk profiles despite Dutasteride blocking more types of 5AR in the brain. Some users report no mood issues with either drug, and it is suggested that Dutasteride's larger molecular size may limit its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier.
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