Is it ok if I switch from dut to fin after 1year? The reason is that dutasteride is more expensive in my country. Will I lose any of the progress I’ve made with my hair? Treatment 4/17/2026
Switching from dutasteride to finasteride may result in some hair loss, as finasteride is generally considered less effective. However, maintaining some treatment is better than stopping entirely, and the change might not be drastic.
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