Lost gains after medication breaks — advice needed (Fin → Dut + Oral Min) Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/7/2026
A 25-year-old male experienced hair loss after taking breaks from oral dutasteride and minoxidil, leading to concerns about losing progress. He is advised to remain consistent with his current regimen and avoid adding spironolactone.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?
Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.
community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community Switched from FIN to DUT, hairline/temples worse
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil worsened hair thinning at the hairline and temples. The user is considering returning to finasteride, as dutasteride may not be effective for them.
community UPDATE: now 5 months on Dut and continuing to regress aggressively
The user is experiencing significant hair loss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for five months. Suggestions include that the hair loss might be a normal shedding phase, with some recommending continuing the treatment for up to 24 months or considering alternatives like RU58841.
community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.
community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.
A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.
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