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Dutasteride

Also known as: Avodart

Strong EvidencePharmaceuticalAndrogenic Alopecia

Dual 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that reduces DHT by >90%, approved for AGA in Japan and South Korea.

Regrowth Potential70%
Long-Term Viability85%

Mechanism of Action

Dutasteride inhibits both type I and type II 5-alpha reductase, reducing serum DHT levels by over 90%. This broader inhibition compared to finasteride (type II only) results in greater DHT suppression and potentially greater hair growth efficacy.

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