Officially 1 Year on Dutasteride and Minoxidil, is this as good as it gets?? Chat 9/5/2025
The user has been using Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss, considering switching to oral Minoxidil and increasing Dutasteride dosage. They are seeking advice on whether to change their current regimen or continue, with some users suggesting oral Minoxidil and others cautioning about potential side effects.
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The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
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The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.
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Treatments for hair loss and the potential side effects. The user discussed their doctor's advice to take 1.25 mg oral minoxidil and .5 mg dutasteride daily, with a warning that those with heart conditions should not take oral minoxidil. Other users shared their experiences, including taking finasteride and noting the possible overkill of the dosage prescribed by Jirons1's dermatologist.
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