Who had issues with Fin, switched to Dut and now has zero issues? Tell your story Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/25/2025
Some users experienced side effects like low libido and erectile dysfunction with finasteride but found relief and hair regrowth with dutasteride. Others reported no issues with either drug, while some preferred dutasteride for long-term hair maintenance.
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Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.
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A 24-year-old experienced improved hair growth using 5% minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and dermastamping, but faced side effects like low libido and mild erectile dysfunction. They plan to reduce finasteride dosage after full results and may consider a hair transplant if thinning recurs.
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Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.
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Long-term finasteride users report maintaining or regrowing hair, often using additional treatments like minoxidil, low-level laser therapy, and ketoconazole shampoo. Most experience minimal side effects, though some report issues like erectile dysfunction.
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