Unexpected Serum DHT Elevation after Generic Dutasteride Use. Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/28/2025
Switching from finasteride to a generic dutasteride led to unexpectedly high DHT levels, prompting a switch to a reputed brand and consideration of softgel capsules for better absorption. The user plans to retest DHT levels and may return to finasteride if issues persist.
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