3 month into 2.5mg dutasteride - no hairs fall out of my head anymore
    Technology 9/27/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

    Dutasteride →

    5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 2 years
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 2.5mg 3 months
    the tone is mixed with total regrowth results.

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    OP reports that after 3 months on 2.5mg dutasteride, their hair has stopped falling out and is thick again, but they are considering stopping due to potential mood and energy side effects. Other users discuss experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and side effects, with some suggesting lower doses or alternative treatments like topical applications.
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      research Finasteride for hair loss: a review

      4 citations , July 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”
      This meta-analysis reported that finasteride 1 mg/day significantly increased hair count in male androgenetic alopecia compared to placebo, but highlighted persistent sexual side effects and associated depression risk.

      research Medical Management Options for Hair Loss

      July 2011 in “Springer eBooks”
      This review discusses both conventional and new pharmaceutical treatments for hair loss, as well as various natural and herbal remedies, but reports no new clinical results.

      research Androgens and hair loss

      52 citations , June 2009 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity”
      This review discusses the pathogenesis and treatment of androgenetic alopecia, highlighting genome associations and newer topical formulations, but reports no new clinical results.

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update of Treatment Options

      110 citations , August 2016 in “Drugs”
      Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.

      research Hair Loss in Women

      81 citations , March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      This review discusses the classifications, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for female pattern hair loss, but reports no clinical results.