Two months of dutasteride once a day 0.5 and minoxidil 5% twice a day. The light is different but I think there is progress Is this regrowth? 1/28/2023
A user's experience with taking dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, with other users providing advice to continue treatment for at least 12 months and including dermarolling as well as dietary changes.
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1 year ago For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
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