Switched back to finasteride after 7 month on dut Chat 8/12/2026
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Switched from dut to fin for 1.5 months then back dut now hairline is nuked
Switching from dutasteride to finasteride and back led to significant hair shedding, despite continued use of oral minoxidil. The user is hopeful for hair regrowth after resuming dutasteride.
community Is there progress? 7 months topical fin + min. Now switched to oral dut.
The conversation is about someone using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 7 months, seeing some hair regrowth, and now switching to oral dutasteride. Some suggest continuing treatment and possibly adding a hair transplant in the future.
community Not sure why I’ve been shedding for 8 months straight on dutasteride
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and started oral minoxidil, experiencing continuous hair shedding for 7-8 months, which is longer than expected. They are considering switching back to finasteride due to the persistent shedding.
community "Switched to Dutasteride and 7.5 mg Oral Minoxidil 4 Months Ago – Still Shedding?"
A 24-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride and increased oral minoxidil from 5 mg to 7.5 mg, noticing increased hair shedding. Users discuss the safety and effects of high-dose minoxidil, with some suggesting the shedding may be temporary due to dosage changes.
community Progress pics march 2022 vs june 2023, 7 months dutasteride after only maintaining on fin for 6 months.
User maintained hair with finasteride for 6 months, then switched to dutasteride for 7 months, using DHT blocking shampoo, keto 2% shampoo, and microneedling. Significant hair growth observed, especially on right temple.
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