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      community Finasteride daily for 10 months, no progress.. switching to dut

       13 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss without success and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are concerned about low DHT levels and are seeking advice on how to implement dutasteride effectively.

      community Increased efficacy of fin/dut: with or without meal?

       6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Taking dutasteride with a meal containing fat may improve absorption, but consistency in routine is more important than timing. Minor variations in absorption won't significantly affect efficacy due to dutasteride's long half-life.

      community Dut only 0.5 mg, age 30 to 32,

      in Progress Pictures  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience using dutasteride for hair loss, noting subtle improvements and thicker hair without significant regrowth. They did not use finasteride or minoxidil, and experienced occasional shedding but no side effects.

      community 36yo male, NW6, 2.5mth dut/minox

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old male using dutasteride and minoxidil has seen significant hair regrowth, confirmed by a dermatologist and supported by before-and-after photos. He plans to increase his oral minoxidil dosage and add dermapen to his routine.

      community Evidence of DUT shedding in clinical trials?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may cause increased hair shedding, which is not well-documented in clinical trials. Some users report success with dutasteride, but experiences vary, and expectations may influence perceptions of effectiveness.

      community diffuse thinning is so much worse than recession

       14 upvotes 4 days ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using 2.5mg dutasteride, minoxidil, and sometimes RU58841, with a focus on diffuse thinning versus recession. It also touches on the impact of estrogen levels on hair density.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

       4 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community 28 month update. 0.5 dut daily

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user reversed hair loss using 0.5 mg of dutasteride daily without side effects. Others noted hair thickening but questioned the absence of minoxidil use.

      community Is it possible to get a DHI transplant in America?

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation is about hair transplants in America, specifically the availability of DHI. The user is currently using finasteride and plans to use microneedling, oral castor oil, and eventually undergo FUE or DHI.

      community From Fin to Dut like Tom Gillabanks does it?

       2 upvotes 9 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride is discussed, with some users suggesting gradual replacement to potentially improve hair regrowth. OP plans to try replacing one daily use of finasteride with dutasteride to see if it leads to better results.

      community DHT before and after from .5mg DUT once a week

      in Research/Science  29 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced improved libido and erections after reducing DHT levels with 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week, despite previous side effects from finasteride. They are also on testosterone replacement therapy and have not noticed major personality changes.

      community 12 weeks on DUT0,5mg+Biotin+Minoxidil 2,5mg Oral

       18 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using Dutasteride 0.5mg, Biotin, and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg for 12 weeks to treat hair loss and is optimistic about future results. Others encourage consistency and express satisfaction with the progress.

      community On DUT 2 years , am I maintaining ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride 0.5mg daily two years ago and has experienced hair maintenance and slight thickening without side effects. The user's libido increased after switching, and they are not using minoxidil.

      community Duta 2,5mg/day - No Progress - 28M

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.

      community 28M 5MG MIN 0.5MG DUT DAILY - DO. NOT. FEAR. THE. SHED

       116 upvotes 6 days ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using daily minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial shedding. They noticed significant progress around month 4 and encouraged others to be patient with the process.

      community Red light therapy that works well

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Red light therapy with dual wavelengths (650nm and 850nm) can stimulate hair regrowth without DHT blockers. Consistent use of a panel with these wavelengths has shown positive results in hair regrowth.

      community Dutasteride (.5mg) is some strong stuff!

       54 upvotes 4 years ago
      User switched from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, experienced side effects, then took dutasteride once a week with improved hair density. Another user had success with daily dutasteride, while one had no results from topical dutasteride.

      community 17 months dut + min + 2800 grafts (5 months)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress on hair restoration using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2800 grafts, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and coverage. They discussed the importance of continuing DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant to prevent further hair thinning.

      community 2Y 5M on dut, ask me anything

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  130 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride without side effects, starting with finasteride and not using minoxidil or dermarolling. They attributed success to a unique genetic response to DHT blockers but did not share their full regimen, frustrating others.

      community My 200IQ genius master plan for dirt cheap dutasteride - can anyone see flaws to this plan?

       11 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses a plan to test cheap generic Dutasteride capsules from India for authenticity using a UK drug testing service, WEDINOS, to identify reliable options for cost-effective hair loss treatment. Concerns are raised about the consistency and reliability of these generics, even if initial tests show they contain Dutasteride.

      community VDPHL01 phase-2/3 results comparison

      in Research/Science  128 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a new slow-release oral minoxidil compared to topical minoxidil and finasteride. The results show that twice-daily dosing of the new treatment is slightly more effective than once-daily, but concerns about cost, side effects, and the accuracy of reported results remain.

      community Oral DUT 0.5/ Oral MIN 5mg daily + occ MN

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced hair recovery using oral dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 5 mg daily, considering increasing dutasteride dosage but concerned about cost and effectiveness. They noted progress and discussed alternatives like hair transplants and other medications.

      community Locklabs + Dutasteride Formula

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and value of a Locklabs pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and a low dose of dutasteride for hair loss. The user is uncertain if the .1mg dutasteride dosage is sufficient and worth the cost.

      community Is 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) good for human hair?

       8 upvotes 2 years ago
      Topical 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) regrows hair in mice almost as well as 2% Minoxidil. However, 2dDR may contribute to oxidative stress and hair loss due to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs).