Dutasteride and Minoxidil post transplant advice needed
    8/19/2026

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

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

    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg 1x daily over a year
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 2.5mg 1x daily over a year
    the tone is 😐 neutral with great success results.

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    The user has been using Dutasteride and Minoxidil successfully for hair loss and is advised to double the doses post-transplant, but is skeptical about the necessity. Other users suggest maintaining the current dose and caution against potential side effects from increasing the dosage.
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