Month 8 of regrowing my diffuse NW6: 5mg oral Min + 0,5mg oral Dut daily
    5/11/2026

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    Minoxidil →

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Dutasteride →

    5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 5mg daily 8 months
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg daily 8 months
    the tone is 😀 positive with significant hair regrowth results.

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    The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5mg oral Minoxidil and 0.5mg oral Dutasteride daily, with no side effects except increased body and eyebrow hair. They are concerned about progress plateauing but have not experienced shedding.
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      community Oral Min is much better than topical

      in Minoxidil  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil is seen as more effective and convenient than topical minoxidil for hair regrowth, but it may cause heart-related risks. Users often combine it with finasteride or dutasteride, though some prefer topical treatments due to safety concerns.

      community Hair back from the dead (2020-2026)

       214 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user successfully regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, switching to 0.5mg dutasteride, and maintaining 5mg oral minoxidil, with significant improvements noted after switching to dutasteride. The user experienced shedding phases but ultimately achieved regrowth and is now comfortable without wearing a hat.

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