0.5 mg Dutasteride & 5 mg Minoxidil for almost 8 months Progress Pictures 5/31/2025
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 5 mg Minoxidil daily for almost 8 months, with noticeable improvements despite initial shedding. They reported no side effects other than hair growth and plan to continue the treatment.
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