Dutasteride is considered a stronger alternative to finasteride for hair loss, with mixed results; some users report improvement, while others experience worsening or side effects. Effectiveness varies, with genetics and individual responses influencing outcomes.
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks by taking zinc, vitamin D, and biotin supplements, correcting deficiencies that were contributing to hair loss and thinning. They report a decrease in hair shedding, faster hair growth, and a thickening of their hairline without using common hair loss medications like Minoxidil or Finasteride.
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.
A 41-year-old shared 15 months of hair loss progress using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, and weekly derma rolling or stamping, reporting no side effects. The treatments are working slowly but effectively.
A 24 year old who has been experiencing thinning hair for 6 years and is starting a course of treatment involving finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and nizoral shampoo. Others are wishing them luck and offering advice on how to potentially recover from the condition.
Dutasteride is shown to be significantly more effective than finasteride for treating male androgenic alopecia. Users discuss the difficulty of obtaining dutasteride in some countries and share personal experiences with its effectiveness and side effects.
A user shared progress pictures after 6 months of using oral finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and occasional derma rolling for hair loss. Another user complimented the hair improvement but suggested a different hairstyle.
The user is concerned about the interaction between dutasteride and ketoconazole, leading them to stop using ketoconazole shampoo, which has resulted in an oily and painful scalp. They are unsure whether ketoconazole increases or decreases the potency of dutasteride.
The conversation is about a 53-year-old man's struggle with hair loss and the various perspectives on balding. It also mentions the use of finasteride as a hair loss treatment.
A user noticed worsening hair thinning and started using rosemary oil, jojoba oil, a 1.5mm dermastamp, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, scalp massages, and vitamin D tablets. They may switch to Minoxidil and Finasteride if needed.
Datwagg63 started taking finasteride for hair loss and supplements it with omega 3, vitamins, and a low-carb diet while lifting weights. InternationalBerry suggested adding minoxidil, as it's considered the second most effective treatment after finasteride.
The conversation is about using micro needling and PTD-DBM for hair loss treatment. The user applies PTD-DBM drops on weekdays and performs micro needling weekly.
The post discusses an 11-month hair loss treatment journey using dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and 1.5mm derma rolling. The responses inquire about the frequency of derma rolling and express optimism for further progress.
A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.
A child accidentally took Avodart, leading to concerns about DHT suppression and its effects. Users humorously discuss potential consequences and treatments like DHT injections and topical solutions.
The user shared a 4-month update on their hair loss treatment, using 2.5 mg OM daily, 0.5 mg Dutasteride three times a week, and a multivitamin with biotin. They provided progress pictures to show their results.
This conversation is about a 40 year old male who has been using Dutasteride every other day, Minoxidil once daily, micro needling roughly every other week, Nizoral twice a week and vitamins to help with hair loss. The user experienced a shed at 7 months but noted improvement since then and was looking to fill in the gaps around their temples more. Others discussed potential side effects of Finasteride versus Dutasteride and suggested a hair transplant as well as questioned whether or not micro needling works alone.
A user is experiencing hair regrowth after 2.5 months using dutasteride and a daily spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and ketoconazole. They are optimistic about continued progress and have noticed new dark hairs forming.
The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.
A user's progress with hair regrowth after using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, derma roller, topical Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo and Stemoxydine for 8 months.
The user is treating male pattern baldness with oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, derma rolling, rosemary oil, and topical minoxidil, and is considering adding finasteride. They are debating between three finasteride dosing strategies: 1mg daily, 1.25mg every other day, or 1.25mg five days a week, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.
The user plans to take oral minoxidil 5mg, topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride 0.5mg, and various vitamins for hair loss. A caution was given about the high daily dosage of vitamin D3.
A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.
A user with diffuse thinning alopecia uses a custom full cap wig for an active lifestyle, costing $450 and lasting about 10 months. They share their positive experience with the wig as an alternative for those for whom treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 don't work.
A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.
The user is 2 months post-hair transplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
The conversation is about a user's nearly 4-month hair loss treatment regimen, which includes dutasteride every other day, 0.25ml minoxidil on the hairline once a day, and using a 1.5 mm derma stamp every two weeks. Some responses question the need to start multiple treatments simultaneously, while others comment on the visible improvement and the necessity to continue treatment for sustained results.