2.5-Year update, Dut, Min, 1.5mm roller
    3/16/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride โ†’

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil โ†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Biotin โ†’

    supplement to help with hair texture and quality

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg daily 2.5 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) 5% 2x daily 2.5 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง 1.5mm roller (topical) twice a month 2.5 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง Nizoral shampoo (topical) weekly 2.5 years
    ๐Ÿ’Š Biotin (oral) 2.5 years
    ๐Ÿ’Š Multivitamin (oral) 2.5 years
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with noticeable regrowth results.

    Other terms

    The user shared a 2.5-year hair regrowth update using dutasteride, minoxidil foam, a 1.5mm roller, nizoral shampoo, biotin, multivitamins, and a healthy lifestyle, reporting noticeable regrowth after a year with no side effects. The user uses generic dutasteride and Kirkland multivitamins.
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