How unlikely is it both Dutasteride and RU58841 don't stop hair loss. Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/25/2025
A user experienced significant hair loss despite using Dutasteride and RU58841 for three years, questioning the effectiveness of these treatments. They are considering a scalp biopsy to explore other potential causes of hair loss.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.
community Can I get more regrowth by adding RU if Iām already on 2.5 mg dut + 5 mg oral min daily?
Adding RU58841 to a regimen of 2.5 mg dutasteride and 5 mg oral minoxidil for potential hair regrowth. Some users suggest a biopsy to determine the cause of hair loss, while others discuss the effectiveness and side effects of various treatments.
community 8 Months of Treatment with Subpar Results
The user has been using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole, and RU58841 for hair loss but sees subpar results. Suggestions include adjusting treatments, considering a hair transplant, and addressing scalp inflammation.
community Is this shedding or continued loss? 2 months of new dutasteride dose after two years of dutasteride
A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hair loss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.
community Is 2.5 mg dut really more effective than .5?
A user on .5 mg of dutasteride for hair loss saw no improvement and is considering increasing to 2.5 mg but is unsure of its effectiveness. Another user mentioned that 2.5 mg reduces scalp DHT more and increases hair count more than .5 mg, but the cost and side effects should be considered.
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