Still regressing after a few years of dht blockers, what can i add to my stack?
    Progress Pictures 4/3/2026

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Prescription tablet (1 mg) that slowed hair loss versus placebo in two-year trials. Labels warn of sexual side effects that have continued after stopping, and of depression and suicidal thoughts; not for use in pregnancy.

    Dutasteride →

    A stronger DHT blocker than finasteride, approved for hair loss only in South Korea and Japan and off-label elsewhere, with the same class of side effects and a much longer washout.

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) alternating days since June 2024
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) alternating days since July
    the tone is 😞 negative with regression results.

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    The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride and is considering adding minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to daily dutasteride and adding a topical anti-androgen.
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      community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.

       5 upvotes 11 months ago
      A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.

      community Are there ever going to be any oral DHT blocking treatments in the future?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The discussion revolves around the need for future oral DHT blockers for hair loss treatment that don't have the side effects of current options like Finasteride and Dutasteride. One user suggests that the future of hair loss treatment will likely be topical anti-androgens, as they can target hair follicles without affecting the entire system.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Almost 8 months on fin and absolutely no results so far

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for nearly 8 months without seeing any improvement in hair density, and is considering adding minoxidil and possibly switching to dutasteride. Other users suggest combining treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and topical anti-androgens for better results.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 2 years ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

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