What has your 0.5mg/daily dutasteride timeline been? Research/Science 12/13/2024
Many users report switching from finasteride to dutasteride with mixed results, often experiencing increased shedding and minimal regrowth. Some users find dutasteride more effective in slowing hair loss, while others see no improvement or even regression.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity 12 months of Fin + minox + microneedling, still shedding, no regrowth
The user experienced significant hair shedding and no regrowth despite using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for 12 months. They are considering switching to Dutasteride due to ongoing hair loss issues.
community 3 months on topical min + fin + Redensyl and hair is worse. Nonstop shedding & dry flaky scalp
A 25-year-old male is experiencing worsening hair loss after 3 months of using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and Redensyl, with users suggesting patience, potential hormonal factors, and considering alternative treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Shedding is noted as a common phase, indicating potential future hair regrowth.
community I’m on a crazy hairloss stack and I’m still losing hair and not experiencing any regrowth. What is going on?
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hair shedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
community People who claim they notice changes in hair loss day to day or even week to week: how?
Hair loss changes are typically noticed over months or years, not days, and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil require time to show effects. People often overreact to daily shedding, but realistic expectations and patience are necessary for hair regrowth treatments.
community Yes your lifestyle and diet has its role in hair loss.
Diet and lifestyle changes can reduce hair shedding but won't regrow hair lost to genetic male pattern baldness. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are necessary for significant hair regrowth.
community Hair Loss and Oily Skin: Blocking DHT Helps
Lowering DHT can improve skin quality and reduce scalp issues. Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth and improving skin texture, while dutasteride may increase oiliness and shedding for some users.
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