Dutasteride appears to not be working despite 'perfect' blood results. Advice for next steps? Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/28/2025
The user experienced intensified hair thinning after 10 years on finasteride and saw little improvement after switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride for 8 months. Suggestions included continuing dutasteride for another 6-8 months, considering additional treatments like topical finasteride, and evaluating nutrition and other potential causes of hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
community Let's be clear, does Finasteride stop MPB as long as it's taken?
Finasteride is believed to slow down hair loss significantly, but may not completely stop it for everyone. Effectiveness and duration vary by individual, with some users experiencing positive results for over 10 years, while others see less benefit.
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Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community Dont stop using Minoxidil i beg you! Dont be fool like me.
Stopping minoxidil causes significant hair loss, as continued use is necessary for maintaining gains. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain hair, but both treatments are typically lifelong commitments.
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