Almost a year on 1mg of dut and nizarol shampoo. 5/13/2026
A 20-year-old has been using 1mg of dutasteride daily, caffeine shampoo, Nizoral shampoo 2-4 times a week, and pumpkin seed pills for hair growth, noticing regrowth since October. Initial shedding occurred, but improvements are felt, especially at the back of the hair.
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The conversation is about alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, as the original poster experienced chest tightness from using it. They are currently using finasteride and considering options like rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, and other topical treatments, but acknowledge that minoxidil and finasteride are the most scientifically supported treatments.
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