Is anybody here combining oral dutasteride with topical dutasteride? Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/25/2024
A user is considering combining oral and topical dutasteride to lower scalp DHT more effectively and is seeking advice on this approach. They are thinking about doing a patch test on their mid scalp.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Please can someone explain all the Dutasteride horror stories on here
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss yields mixed results, with some users experiencing improvements and others facing worsening conditions or side effects like shedding. Patience is advised as dutasteride may take longer to show results, and combining treatments is suggested by some users.
community Approximation of Scalp DHT Suppression Between 0.05 mg to 2.5 mg
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various doses of Dutasteride in reducing scalp DHT and its impact on hair count. Users shared personal experiences with hair loss treatments, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil, with one reporting significant hair loss reduction using a combination of oral Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Topical Dutasteride is Here.
The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.
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Automatic-Law-3612's progress with hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, minoxidil and pyrilutamide. They have been using these products for two weeks and noticed baby hairs in their temples getting longer.
community What else is good. Besides the big 3.
Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
community progress has been insane, been having a bad shed for about a month or 2, can anyone explain?
User experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.
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