Thinking of switching back from finasteride to dutasteride Chat 7/25/2026
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Switching from DUT back to FIN - yes you read that correct but not what you may think!
The user experienced positive scalp results with Dutasteride but noticed beard thinning, prompting a switch back to Finasteride. They plan to monitor the situation and may consider combining treatments in the future.
community 14 months update on Dut, maybe time to switch back to Fin? (with pics)
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting adding oral minoxidil for further improvement. The original poster is considering a hair transplant and is concerned about perceived thinning, despite others noting improvement or stability with dutasteride.
community 43, Experiencing Shedding 6 Months After Switching to Dutasteride
A 43-year-old experienced hair loss and used Finasteride successfully for 18 years before switching to Dutasteride due to renewed thinning. After 6 months on Dutasteride, they experienced itching and increased hair loss, leading to concerns about prolonged shedding and considering switching back to Finasteride.
community Switching from finastide to dutasteride after 6.5 years (28m)
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 6.5 years due to hair thinning and may add oral minoxidil if needed. They are worried about shedding and side effects but hope for better hair density with dutasteride.
community Does switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride cause a shed?
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss can cause increased shedding, which may indicate the treatment is working by replacing old hairs with new ones. The original poster is experiencing aggressive hair thinning despite long-term treatment.
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