Switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride Treatment 11/13/2024
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with concerns about dosage and potential shedding. Users suggest maintaining minoxidil dosage and possibly transitioning gradually to avoid hair loss.
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