Dermatologist put me straight onto 0.5 dut+2.5min Finasteride/Dutasteride 12/24/2025
A dermatologist prescribed 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil for hair thinning, which is considered a solid regimen for regrowth. Users generally agree that dutasteride is more effective than finasteride and support the dermatologist's decision.
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