One year 1mg fin + 2,5 mg oral min Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/27/2025
The user has been using finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for a year, experiencing ongoing shedding since starting minoxidil. They are considering dutasteride and seeking advice on blood work for thyroid, Vitamin D, and iron levels.
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community A user convinced their 45-year-old dad to use minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in significant hair regrowth. The dad now uses 1mg of finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day, and has also started using 1% ketoconazole shampoo.
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