Does switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride cause a shed? Chat 4/14/2024
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss can cause increased shedding, which may indicate the treatment is working by replacing old hairs with new ones. The original poster is experiencing aggressive hair thinning despite long-term treatment.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity Do some people respond better to finasteride than dutasteride? Or the other way around?
The post and conversation are about the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. The conclusion is that the user had better results with finasteride and experienced rapid balding after switching to dutasteride.
community So what’s really the deal with dutasteride hairline ruining claims?
The potential effects of dutasteride on hair loss, with some users reporting it improved their hairline while others experienced worsened hair loss or shedding. Other treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride, as well as RU58841.
community “Dutasteride destroyed my hair” recently I noticed the same users
Dutasteride is reported by some users to worsen hair loss, while others believe it causes shedding before improvement. Finasteride and Minoxidil are also mentioned as treatments, with mixed results.
community Can someone explain the Dutasteride hysteria in this community?
The conversation is about the double standard in the hair loss community regarding shedding when using different treatments. The conclusion is that shedding is considered normal when starting finasteride or minoxidil, but not when starting dutasteride, despite the fact that dutasteride is more effective at reducing DHT.
community To the late responders of finasteride. How long did it take to finally see results?
Finasteride can take over a year to show results, with some users seeing significant improvements after 1.5 to 3.5 years. Patience is key, and combining treatments like minoxidil may help.
community I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after
The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.
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