9 yrs Oral Minoxidil + Dutasteride // AMA 7/10/2025
A user shared their 9-year experience using oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss, noting initial side effects like dizziness and shedding but achieving stable results. They emphasized the importance of confidence over appearance and mentioned that the treatment has been worth it for them.
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