Switched to dut about a month ago Progress Pictures 4/3/2026
The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Current regimen: Topical finasteride 0.3% Minoxidil 6% once daily. 5 months. Also just started taking Zinc 20MG daily. Saw Palmetto 450mg daily. Hair, skin & nails supplements (includes a bunch of vitamins essential for hair skin and nails) Was debating on adding oral finasteride. Thoughts?
The user is using a regimen of topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6% daily, along with zinc, saw palmetto, and hair supplements, but is unsure about the results and considering adding oral finasteride. Other users share mixed experiences with similar treatments, suggesting patience or switching to oral forms.
community Dec 2024 vs now (min + fin/dut)
The user experienced hair thickening and reduced shedding using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a switch from finasteride to dutasteride due to ineffectiveness. They also use a saw palmetto shampoo and take vitamin D3 supplements, while considering potential underlying causes like vitamin deficiencies and hard water buildup.
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A user shared a 10-month hair loss treatment update using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, biotin, and saw palmetto. Replies praised the progress and suggested additional treatments like tretinoin and RU58841.
community 21M, threw in the whole kitchen sink yet still shedding like a dog
A user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, dutasteride, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil but continues to experience significant hair shedding. They are seeking advice on what to do next.
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The user is happy with their hair regrowth after three months of using a 4-in-1 pill containing minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and biotin, along with microneedling and saw palmetto shampoo. They experienced initial shedding but are pleased with the progress and have not had any side effects.
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