How long does it take for finasteride and dutasteride to start working? Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/17/2025
Finasteride and dutasteride can start working in weeks for some, but results may take months or even years to notice, especially with longer hair. The effectiveness varies based on individual response and hair length.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity lost my hair in a single year of treatment at 20 years old
A 20-year-old lost significant hair after one year of treatment, using minoxidil, finasteride, and later dutasteride. They are considering adding RU58841 but are advised to return to finasteride and minoxidil for a year before deciding.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
community I've set a date where I'll give up treatment, want some other people's stories, I feel so hopeless.
A user is considering stopping hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, due to lack of progress after 16 months. They plan to continue until October and are seeking advice and experiences from others.
community How do people afford finasteride/dutasteride?
People discuss the high cost of brand name finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting generics as cheaper alternatives. They share prices from various regions, highlighting significant cost differences.
community 6 months after switching to Dutasteride, lost more hair than ever
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause increased hair shedding, which may last several months before potential regrowth. Some users suggest combining both medications or waiting up to a year for improvement, while others report better results with finasteride alone.
community Reminder: you can get dutasteride for $6.33 / month in the United States
Dutasteride can be obtained for $6.33 per month in the US through Cost Plus Drugs, with prescriptions easily switched from finasteride by contacting a doctor. Users discuss various methods to obtain affordable dutasteride, including using online pharmacies and considering generic options, while cautioning against buying from unreliable sources like eBay.
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