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How do I switch to Dutasteride after Finasteride?

chinscar93Mar 25, 2019
Hey, I’m 24 years old and have been on Finasteride 1mg/day for 8 months and seen moderate improvement but now I want to switch to Dutasteride 0,5 mg/day since it’s superior. Can I just stop taking Finasteride and start the Dutasteride or do I need to taper off the finasteride as I start Dutasteride? Also does it matter when I take Dutasteride during the day? On an empty stomach or with a meal?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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Answered on Mar 26, 2019
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