Should I stop or is this normal?
    Treatment 7/30/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    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

    Biotin →

    B vitamin, often sold as a hair supplement

    At a glance
    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 1ml daily 4 weeks
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg every alternate day 4 weeks
    💊 Biotin (oral) daily 4 weeks
    the tone is concerned.

    Other terms

    Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.
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