Time to switch to dut or just a bad shed. 3.5 years on fin. Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/29/2024
A user experienced increased hair shedding after 3.5 years on finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride. Another user advised using both finasteride and dutasteride for 3 months before dropping finasteride.
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