2 years on dut and nothing but recession
    Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/11/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    RU58841 →

    a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 1mg daily 2 years
    💧 RU58841 (topical) on and off 1 year
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) daily 1 year
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 7 drops daily 1.5 months
    💧 Ketoconazole (topical) 2 years
    the tone is 😞 negative with no growth results.

    Other terms

    A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
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