When to switch finasteride/dut? Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/25/2026
Some users switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects or reduced effectiveness, while others experienced worsened hair loss after switching. Concerns about cost and long-term health effects of dutasteride were also discussed.
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