People who continue to lose hair on fin/dut, Are you on Nicotine? Research/Science 6/20/2025
Nicotine use, especially from vaping, may worsen hair shedding and reduce the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride. Quitting nicotine seems to improve hair health.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity CMDh final position just arrived. Finasteride and Dutasteride to remain accessible in the EU
Finasteride and Dutasteride will remain accessible in the EU despite objections from France and Belgium. Users discuss the ease of obtaining these medications in different countries and express relief and support for the EU's decision.
community Sexual Dysfunction in Those with Androgenetic Alopecia on Dutasteride Versus Finasteride
Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risks of sexual dysfunction for treating androgenetic alopecia. Users experience varying side effects, indicating individual differences in drug reactions.
community “Is France going to veto the EU and ban finasteride and dutasteride?”
Concerns about France potentially banning finasteride and dutasteride due to supposed side effects, though no solid evidence supports this action. Users believe a ban is unlikely and discuss ways to obtain the treatments if it occurs.
community Why doesn’t Kevin Mann (Haircafe) use dutasteride, given that it’s more effective than finasteride?
Kevin Mann avoids dutasteride because it comes in gelatin capsules, which he avoids as a vegan, and he is satisfied with finasteride's results. He prefers finasteride due to more long-term research and follows the principle of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."
community Why do most of you choose finasteride instead of dutasteride?
Finasteride is preferred over dutasteride due to its longer history, more research, and FDA approval, despite dutasteride being more potent. Users report varied side effects, influencing personal treatment choices.
community Warning: finasteride to dutasteride switch
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause significant hair shedding if done abruptly. It's recommended to overlap both treatments and gradually taper off finasteride to minimize shedding.
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