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    GlossaryDutasteride

    medication that inhibits DHT to treat enlarged prostate and hair loss

    Dutasteride, also known by the brand name Avodart, is a medication primarily used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate. It works by inhibiting the action of the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that contributes to prostate growth. Additionally, dutasteride is sometimes used off-label to treat male pattern baldness due to its ability to reduce DHT levels, which are implicated in hair loss.

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      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

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      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

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      community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  205 upvotes 1 week ago
      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.

      community Reminder: you can get dutasteride for $6.33 / month in the United States

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  67 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride can be obtained for $6.33 per month in the US through Cost Plus Drugs, with prescriptions easily switched from finasteride by contacting a doctor. Users discuss various methods to obtain affordable dutasteride, including using online pharmacies and considering generic options, while cautioning against buying from unreliable sources like eBay.

      community What is your opinion on Dutasteride Mesotherapy

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy was not effective for hair regrowth, leading to consideration of oral or topical dutasteride. Oral dutasteride is suggested as more effective and cost-efficient than mesotherapy, with some users experiencing side effects from finasteride.

      community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  162 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.