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      community Retrospective after nearly a year of being on Dutasteride

      in Chat  18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shared their experience with hair loss and treatment using Dutasteride, which improved their hair thickness without side effects. They advise others to take the pill if they care about their hair and regret not starting treatment sooner.

      community Experiencing Hair Thinning with Fin+Min+Vitamins Chewables After 3 Months

      in Treatments  120 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair thinning after using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin chewables for three months and considered switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. The texture change in chewables was noted, but the thinning might be due to other factors like switching to dutasteride or effects from hormone replacement therapy.

      community 5 months - Minox 5mg + Dutas 0,5mg

      in Progress Pictures  237 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil (5mg) and dutasteride (0.5mg) along with monthly mesotherapy injections. Despite the progress, the user plans to proceed with a hair transplant to address a receding hairline that hasn't fully responded to the treatment.

      community How long for 0.5mg dut sides to go away

      in Treatments  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced reduced libido and erectile issues after taking 0.5mg dutasteride twice a week for 3-4 weeks. They are concerned about how long these side effects will last.

      community Dutasteride actually has different half lives depending on dose

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride's half-life varies with dosage, and lower doses can be effective with fewer side effects compared to finasteride. Some users report different side effects with dutasteride and finasteride, and extreme dosages of dutasteride are unnecessary and potentially harmful.

      community Switching from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg after 13 years

      in Treatments  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 13 years with stable results but is now experiencing thinning hair and is considering switching to Dutasteride 0.5mg. They are seeking advice on whether this change might be beneficial.

      community Is switching to Dut after 3 months of Fin too soon?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride after three months is debated, with some suggesting it's too soon to see results, while others recommend dutasteride for better regrowth. Users discuss combining treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, but opinions vary on their effectiveness.

      community 6 months on topical dut (album linked)

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 4 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month progress using topical dutasteride, 8% minoxidil, tretinoin, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, oral finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, Vitamin D3, a men's multivitamin, rosemary oil, and 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss treatment.

      community 8 months on dut and just keep shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.

      community 6 months of hair loss. 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil topically nightly, nizoral shampoo a few times, vitamin D has been optimized for several weeks, now starting Zinc supplementation

      in Update  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing increased hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride daily, minoxidil nightly, and optimizing vitamin D, is considering zinc supplementation and seeking a dermatology referral. Concerns about potential shedding, thyroid levels, and zinc dosage are discussed, with advice to monitor and avoid over-supplementation.

      community Approximately 1 month on oral dut+ oral min

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.
      Guys I need advice more hairs in the drain

      community Guys I need advice more hairs in the drain

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  286 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting dutasteride, which is considered a normal part of the treatment process. Despite the shedding, the user notes some improvement in hairline appearance and is seeking advice and reassurance.

      community Need advice on Dutastedride Usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user in their mid-20s is considering using oral Dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, alongside topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, biotin, and zinc for hair loss. Other users suggest Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride for regrowth, despite not being approved for hair loss in the U.S.

      community 7 months Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 2.5mg daily

      in Progress Pictures  1312 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no negative side effects, only increased libido and strength. Dutasteride was used after initial minoxidil treatment, leading to noticeable improvements in hair density.

      community Switched from Fin to Dut β€”Need Advice

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hair thinning and is seeking advice on whether to continue with dutasteride, while also using minoxidil, topical finasteride, retinoic acid, and ketoconazole shampoo. Responses suggest sticking with dutasteride as it is considered a potent treatment, though experiences vary.

      community Six months 0.5 duta+ 5mg oral mino

      in Is this regrowth?  62 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced scalp visibility after six months of using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions included continuing the treatment, dermarolling with hyaluronic acid, and considering a hair transplant.

      community shampoo nizoral 1% information

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.

      community Update: .5mg Dut, Min 5% foam, Olly hair gummies- all daily

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports progress in hair regrowth using a daily routine of 0.5mg Dutasteride, 5% Minoxidil foam, and Olly hair gummies, while discontinuing rosemary water. They are hopeful for continued improvement and have received positive feedback on their progress.

      community Visible Improvement? (0.5mg Dut., 2.5mg Min., 2% Keto)

      in Is this regrowth?  18 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reports visible improvement in hair thickness after using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo, along with supplements, over 3.5 months. Other users note slight improvement and suggest giving it more time.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community 1 Year on Fin Vs. Dut | Be patient

      in Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for stronger hair loss treatment, despite initial success with finasteride. They experienced significant shedding with dutasteride but remain hopeful for regrowth, emphasizing patience and the importance of giving treatments time to work.