2 years ago vs Today. Dut, Topical Min, Tretinoin. Age 19->21
    Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/20/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    A stronger DHT blocker than finasteride, approved for hair loss only in South Korea and Japan and off-label elsewhere, with the same class of side effects and a much longer washout.

    Minoxidil →

    A vasodilator used on the scalp (over the counter) and, off-label, as a low-dose prescription tablet for pattern hair loss.

    Tretinoin →

    a prescription vitamin-A retinoid approved for acne, sometimes used off-label with minoxidil because it can increase minoxidil absorption; evidence for hair regrowth is limited

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 1 year
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2 years
    💧 Tretinoin (topical) 1 year
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1 year
    the tone is 😀 positive with significant hair regrowth results.

    Other terms

    The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride (later switching to dutasteride), and tretinoin over two years. They noticed regrowth almost immediately, with no major initial shedding phase, and reported recession and diffuse hair loss patterns.
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      21 citations , May 2016 in “The Cochrane library”
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