Dutasteride promotes more hair regrowth than Minoxidil. Users discuss combining treatments for better results and share personal experiences with side effects.
A user reported positive results with 0.5mgDutasteride for 9 months, experiencing thicker hair and some regrowth. After stopping due to side effects, they noticed hair loss resuming and are now considering a reduced dosage and mesotherapy with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and vitamins.
A user's 11-month hair loss treatment progress using 0.5mgdutasteride every other day, 50mg RU58841 in the morning, 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil at night, and microneedling with a 1.5mm needle every other week. The user's improvement was significant, going from a severe hair loss stage (NW7) to a mild/moderate stage (NW2-3).
User started hair loss treatment 6 months ago using 0.5mgdutasteride, 5mg oral minoxidil, 80mg RU58841, and microneedling 1.5mm every other week. They experienced significant hair regrowth and no side effects, with others encouraging continued progress.
The conversation discusses using 2.5mgdutasteride, 0.5mgdutasteride with topical treatments, and other combinations like oral minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling for male pattern baldness. Users share experiences and suggest various treatment regimens, emphasizing the effectiveness of dutasteride and minoxidil.
Finasteride and Dutasteride used in combination with RU58841 and microneedling, as a treatment for hair loss. There was discussion on progress of the treatment and potential other methods to consider.
A 19-year-old is experiencing hair regrowth using 0.5mgdutasteride, topical minoxidil at night, topical redensyl in the morning, and weekly dermarolling. They have been on the treatment for a month and plan to share monthly updates over the next two years.
A 24-year-old male achieved significant hair regrowth using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mgdutasteride every other day, with no side effects and increased libido. Revita shampoo and conditioner were also used but were less effective than the medications.
OP increased Dutasteride from 0.5mg to 2.5mg daily and added 5mg Oral Minoxidil, seeing progress after one month. They also used Nizoral Ketoconazole shampoo to reduce scalp inflammation.
0.5mgdutasteride reduces scalp DHT more than 1mg finasteride, leading to better hair regrowth results. Users report significant improvement with dutasteride compared to finasteride.
Higher doses of dutasteride, such as 2.5mg, are more effective at reducing scalp DHT than 0.5mg, but are costly and inconvenient. A 1mg dose is considered a more affordable and practical option, though its efficacy is uncertain.
A 21-year-old male switched from finasteride to 0.5mgdutasteride daily due to ongoing hair loss but has not seen improvement after 14 months, experiencing further thinning and recession. He is seeking feedback from other dutasteride users on their results after a similar duration.
The comparison of 0.5mgdutasteride and 1mg finasteride for treating hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia, with discussion of which is more effective and has fewer side effects.
A user shared progress pictures after 9 months of using 0.5mgDutasteride and 5mg oral Minoxidil for hair loss. The conversation discusses the effectiveness of these treatments.
A 30-year-old uses Dutasteride, Minoxidil, biotin, dermarolling, Anaphase+ shampoo, and Nizoral for hair loss. Some commenters question the need for such extensive treatment given the minimal hair loss.
The user is sharing their experience with using 0.5mgdutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and hair dye for 45 days. Another user encourages them to continue as it is still too early to see significant improvement.
The conversation is about someone's 4-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mgdutasteride and topical minoxidil. Another person is inspired and is using 5mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil topically twice daily, hoping for similar results.
A user started using 5mg minoxidil daily and 0.5mgdutasteride every two days for hair loss, along with rosemary, castor, and pumpkin oil twice a week, and derma stamping once a week. They plan to track progress with photos and maintain hair length with clippers.
The user started using minoxidil 5% and alternating 1mg finasteride with 0.5mgdutasteride, noticing some hair improvement after two months. They experienced side effects like watery semen and fluctuating libido, but also positive effects like reduced anxiety and clearer skin.
A 24-year-old shares progress on hair regrowth after 3 months using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mgdutasteride, and scalp injections of dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins every two weeks. They are uncertain if the improvement is due to actual regrowth or just longer hair.
The user, Albertgejmr, is happy with their progress in treating hair loss using 15mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mgDutasteride. Some users express concern about the high dosage and potential side effects.
A 43-year-old user's progress pictures showing their results from taking Finasteride and Dutasteride for 13 months, along with 5% Minoxidil topical treatment for hair loss over the course of two years. Other users shared experiences and advice about using these treatments to reverse hair loss.
Oral dutasteride (0.5mg) is most effective for male hair loss, followed by oral finasteride (5mg), oral minoxidil (5mg), and oral finasteride (1mg). Different treatments have benefits and side effects, and results don't apply to women's hair loss.
OP is using 0.5mgdutasteride, 5mg biotin, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, and dermarolling 1-2 times a week for hair loss. OP reports no side effects and is happy with the progress after 5 months.
The conversation discusses the safety and cost of 2.5mgDutasteride, and the potential for increased DHT reduction by combining Dutasteride with topical Finasteride. The original poster is currently using 0.5mgDutasteride, 1.25mg oral Minoxidil, and a topical treatment, and is considering increasing the dosage to maximize results while avoiding less known treatments like RU58841.
The user shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mgDutasteride daily, 1ml topical Minoxidil twice daily, and recently added RU58841, excluding results from a hair transplant area. They are hopeful for further improvement after continued use of all three treatments.
Taking 2.5mg of dutasteride daily can cause feelings of low energy, ambition, and motivation, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Many users suggest lowering the dose to 0.5mg to alleviate these side effects.
A 26-year-old male showed hair improvement after 6 months of daily 0.5mgdutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil. He thanked the tressless community and haircafe for their support.
A 20-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using 0.5mgDutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily. The user noted stronger eyebrows, eyelashes, and other body hair growth.
John has experienced slight hair gains and stability over 20 years using Dutasteride, which is more effective than Finasteride in reducing scalp DHT and maintaining hair. Dutasteride at 0.5mg daily has a similar side effect profile to Finasteride, but at higher doses, it may increase the risk of sexual side effects.