Dutasteride inhibits BOTH type I and type II 5-alpha-reductase, producing ~90% serum DHT reduction (vs ~60% for finasteride). Off-label for AGA — approved primarily for BPH.
Satisfied
n=156
₹900–1,800/mo
Monthly cost
18
Peer-reviewed studies
What it helps with
Heuristic guide based on active-ingredient evidence — not a substitute for a clinician's assessment. Match your pattern below; if you're unsure, see “When to consult a doctor.”
Norwood II–III · temples + frontal recession
Top of scalp, no clear hairline drop
Vertex / spiral pattern at the back
Preserving native + transplanted hair after surgery
Evidence · what we looked at
18
Peer-reviewed
3,200
Consumer reports
Key findings
How it works
Dual-isozyme inhibition drops DHT more comprehensively than finasteride alone. Longer half-life (~5 weeks) means missed doses matter less but discontinuation recovery is slower.
Dosage: 0.5mg daily or 2.5mg weekly (per some protocols)
Where to buy
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1mg
999
per pack
Rx required
Buy on 1mgPharmeasy
1,099
per pack
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Safety · side effects
Decreased libido
CommonMildErectile difficulty
CommonModerateBreast tenderness
UncommonMildEjaculatory changes
UncommonMildPersistent sexual dysfunction
RareSeriousSafety notes
Formulation
Dutasteride
Active · dual 5α-reductase inhibitor
0.5mg
Caprylic / capric triglycerides
Oil base
—
Butylated hydroxytoluene
Antioxidant
—
Patient reviews
4.0
Avg rating · n=1
100%
Would use again
74%
Full cohort satisfaction · n=156
Stronger response than finasteride
Tried finasteride for 18 months with modest results. Switched to dutasteride (physician-supervised). Regrowth is clearly better at month 9. Side effects similar to fin.
Real-world journey mentions
Anonymized cohort timelines where Dutasteride 0.5mg was part of the patient's documented regimen. Linkage is patient-disclosed, not inferred from purchases.
We don't fabricate product-journey linkages. Once our first cohort of patient journeys is published, this section will show real timelines that explicitly used this product as part of their documented regimen.
How journeys get verifiedWhen to consult a doctor
The Hair Library is research-first, not a replacement for clinical judgment. A dermatologist or trichologist can rule out medical causes in a single visit — and that visit often saves months of inappropriate treatment.
Hair loss started suddenly or in patches.
Sudden onset or coin-shaped bald patches suggest alopecia areata or telogen effluvium — both medical, neither helped by topical minoxidil alone.
You're under 21 or over 60.
Outcomes and side-effect profiles change at the edges of the age range. A clinician should rule out hormonal or systemic causes.
You have visible scalp inflammation, sores, or scaling.
Seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, scarring alopecia and scalp infections need treatment first — products won't help and may worsen them.
No visible improvement after 6 months of consistent use.
If you've been compliant for 24+ weeks with no change, it's time to re-evaluate the diagnosis — not just switch products.
You're considering DHT inhibitors (finasteride / dutasteride).
These need a prescription and a clinician to assess sexual side-effect risk, baseline hormone profile, and whether you're a candidate at all.
If this doesn't fit
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