Is it normal to shed after increasing your finasteride dosage? Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/24/2025
The user increased their finasteride dosage and noticed more hair shedding, questioning if this is normal. Another user commented that the hairline looks more consistent now, despite the user's concerns.
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