The small soft-gel capsule inside Duodart contains dutasteride, and the powder/beads contain tamsulosin. You can open the large capsule and take only the dutasteride soft-gel.
A 27-year-old male reported significant hair improvement after 6 months on 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily and 2.5 mg Minoxidil daily, with Nizoral shampoo twice a week. He experienced increased body/facial hair but no other side effects, and his hair density and hairline improved.
The user shared progress after two months using a topical formulation containing Dutasteride 0.25%, Minoxidil 5%, Cetirizine 1%, Melatonin 0.5%, Caffeine 2%, and Latanoprost 0.005%. The focus is on hair loss treatment results.
PP405 and GT20029 are new hair loss treatments with different mechanisms from traditional options like Minoxidil and Finasteride. PP405 targets hair follicle stem cells to reactivate growth, while GT20029 works as an androgen receptor deleter, both requiring ongoing use for effectiveness.
The user is experiencing heavy hair shedding and a receding frontal area despite using finasteride and minoxidil. They are considering switching to dutasteride for better results.
Oral Dutasteride and topical Finasteride may have similar effects on scalp DHT, but topical Dutasteride might be less effective due to poor absorption. Combining oral Dutasteride with topical Finasteride could potentially enhance results by blocking DHT in both the scalp and serum.
A user's two-year hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 5mg oral Minoxidil, 0.75ml of 8% RU58841, and Nizoral shampoo a few times a week. Other users suggest adding microneedling and topical Minoxidil for better results.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of creating a hydrophobic version of finasteride to reduce systemic side effects while maintaining scalp health. It compares this idea to fluridil, which is designed to be hydrophobic and has less systemic absorption.
Hair loss treatments Finasteride, Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, and RU58841 have different mechanisms of action. They can be used individually or stacked for better protection against hair loss.
The conversation discusses the differences in inactive ingredients between Sandoz 5mg Finasteride and Proscar/Propecia, questioning the purpose of certain additives like Docusate sodium. It seeks to determine if these differences affect the effectiveness of the treatment for hair loss.
Users discussed hair loss treatments, specifically 0.1% latanoprost with melatonin, caffeine, and biotin. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling.
OP shared progress pictures after 7 months of using a topical solution with 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil, prescribed by a dermatologist. OP experienced mild shedding initially and noticed significant growth by the third month.
The conversation discusses using black pepper to potentially enhance the absorption of dutasteride for hair loss treatment. It also humorously mentions other unconventional methods and ingredients like grapefruit juice and garlic.
The conversation discusses the ineffectiveness of tablet forms of dutasteride for hair loss due to poor absorption compared to soft gel capsules. It suggests switching to FDA-approved soft gel capsules for better results, as tablets may not adequately suppress DHT levels.
The user observed new tiny white hairs after 12 days of using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and biotin, hoping they will become terminal hairs. Others advise that while some hairs may not fully grow, consistent treatment, patience, and scalp massages could enhance results.
User discusses hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Many users praise the progress and ask about the treatments' effectiveness and side effects.
Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.
Androgenetic alopecia is affected by scalp DHT levels, not sensitivity, with treatments like finasteride and dutasteride aiming to optimize these levels. Personalized DHT management is crucial for effective hair growth.
User noticed tiny dots on their head after using 0.5% dutasteride and 8% minoxidil, which others identified as developing hair follicles. Encouragement was given to continue the treatment.
User noticed tiny black hairs on temples after using rosemary oil along with finasteride, minoxidil, and 0.5mm derma roller. They are curious if these hairs will become terminal.
Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.
The conversation is about a person sharing before and after pictures of their hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. They discuss their own hair loss, particularly the recession of their temporal points.
The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to dutasteride for hair loss treatment but is concerned about the potential for increased shedding. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for the current shedding phase to subside before starting dutasteride.
The user reported good progress in hair regrowth, especially on the crown, after using oral minoxidil and finasteride for four months and recently switched to dutasteride. The community responded positively, noting realistic progress and offering tips for consistent photo documentation.
Finasteride and Dutasteride are used for hair loss, with Dutasteride often in gel form for better bioavailability. Switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride is common, with some users combining treatments like Minoxidil for improved results.
Oral finasteride is recommended over topical finasteride for men in the Indian subcontinent, with no reported side effects. Minoxidil and dermarolling are also suggested, while dietary supplements and topical finasteride are deemed less effective.
Bimatoprost, latanoprost, and travoprost can aid hair regrowth but are costly and less effective than minoxidil. They work best when combined with minoxidil and finasteride.
The user experienced decreased libido with saw palmetto and is now considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, pyrilutamide, and topical dutasteride for hair loss. Minoxidil is also mentioned as a potential addition, but the user is cautious about side effects and availability of treatments.
A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.