Massive Shedding and Itchy Scalp (Fin 1mg 4x/week, Dut 0.5mg 3x/week, Minoxidil 1ml 2x/day)—Seeking Advice Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/10/2025
The user experienced significant hair shedding and an itchy scalp after using a combination of Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether Dutasteride might be causing these issues and are considering adjusting their treatment regimen.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.
community Still lose a lot of hair 14 months into finasteride
The user's experience with finasteride 14 months in, and advice on whether to add minoxidil or dutasteride for treatment of hair loss.
community Lost every hair gained switching from fin to dut.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to significant hair loss for the user, who is seeking advice on how long it takes for dutasteride to stabilize and show results. Many users suggest that dutasteride can take several months to a year to show improvements, and some recommend continuing finasteride alongside dutasteride during the transition.
community One of the best things about Finasteride and Dutasteride is no more itchy scalp
Finasteride and Dutasteride help reduce itchy scalp and dandruff caused by DHT. Users also report less acne and reduced hair loss.
community Nuclear Stack Ineffective: Oral DUT/FIN/MIN/RU - NAFLD?
The user experienced severe hair shedding despite using oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, and was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). They are considering switching to topical treatments due to the ineffectiveness of their current regimen.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Causes, Treatments, and Genetic Factors
Heredity and hormones cause common hair loss, and topical minoxidil is the first recommended treatment.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Treatment Approaches and Classification
Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
research Trichobiolight: A New, Effective Protocol in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium
Trichobiolight effectively treats hair loss with 82.5% success.
research Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of a Hair Serum Product in Healthy Adult Male and Female Volunteers with Hair Fall
The hair serum significantly improved hair growth and reduced hair fall without causing any skin issues.
research Evaluation of Efficacy of QR 678 and QR678 Neo Hair Growth Factor Formulation for the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients with PCOS—A Prospective Study
QR 678 and QR678 Neo treatments are effective for hair loss in women with PCOS.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil may help treat hair loss but is not FDA-approved and can cause side effects like unwanted hair growth and heart issues.