The rate of Scalp DHT suppression does not reduce hair miniaturization at the same rate Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/26/2025
Reducing scalp DHT doesn't directly correlate with preventing hair miniaturization, as different follicles have varying sensitivity levels. Dutasteride at 0.5 mg and 2.5 mg shows minimal visual difference in hair regrowth, with side effects being a consideration for higher doses.
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