Oral Dutasteride
- High performing daily hair loss pill
- Better hair growth and thickness compared to finasteride
- Tackles the 2 enzymes that create DHT (the male hormone associated with hair loss)
- Can be combined with oral minoxidil for maximum results
- $34.99/mo, just over a dollar-a-day
Oral Dutasteride Ingredients
Dutasteride
Dutasteride
0.5mg
What is it?
An off-label prescription for hair loss that is a 5AR inhibitor
How does it work? 1
It inhibits two enzymes that convert testosterone to DHT a common cause of hair loss in men
Is it safe?
Adverse events and side effects were reported in approximately 5% of patients. These effects were generally transient and resolved over time. See additional important safety information above.
Oral Minoxidil
How this protocol stacks up
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Easier than ever at-home treatment
1. Product Finder
Use our product finder tool to pick your perfect protocol. Complete a brief medical questionnaire to capture your health needs and goals. A licensed doctor will review it and ensure you are a good candidate for this protocol.
2. Get Started
Medication will be delivered fast, free, and discretely. Be sure to take photos periodically to track your progress. These will be helpful to review with your doctor when completing a refill request.
3. Follow up & Optimization
Work with your doctor to perfect your protocol, ensuring you are progressing without any concerns. Keep in mind, hair regrowth requires consistency and most customers see results in 3-12 months.
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- Fully customized protocols to meet your individual hair growth goals
- A variety of oral, topical, and combination protocols that work with your lifestyle
- Innovative ingredients that are designed to work together and get real results
- No more office visits or pharmacy trips, discrete home delivery
Oral Dutasteride FAQs
Is the Oral Dutasteride a compounded medication?
No. Maximus provides the actual premanufactured gel capsule—not a compounded version. Dutasteride isn't water-soluble, so it requires oil-based encapsulation for proper absorption. The pharmaceutical-grade gel capsule ensures optimal bioavailability and maximum efficacy for blocking DHT and supporting hair retention.
Is Oral Dutasteride available in my state?
Yes. Oral Dutasteride is available across all states nationwide.
Can I use Oral Dutasteride with other Maximus protocols?
Yes. Many men experience the best results when combining protocols—they are complementary and hold no contraindications. Your Maximus doctor will review your overall health goals and symptoms to build an optimized plan, whether you're on one protocol or several.
Can I use Oral Dutasteride if I've had a hair transplant?
Consult the doctor who performed your transplant to confirm when oral or topical treatments can be safely resumed. Be sure to share this information with your Maximus doctor as well.
How do I know if Oral Dutasteride is working?
With each refill, you'll have the opportunity to submit updated photos of your hair. Your Maximus doctor will review your progress and discuss results with you over time. Most men begin noticing reduced shedding within 3–6 months, with visible improvement continuing over 12+ months.
Do I need to take Oral Dutasteride with food or at a specific time?
No. Oral Dutasteride can be taken with or without food, at any time of day. Consistency is what matters most—take it at the same time daily for best results.
Do oral medications work better than topical treatments for hair loss?
Results vary by individual. Some respond better to oral, others to topical, and many do best with a combination. Oral medications like dutasteride offer convenience and consistent systemic delivery, while topicals provide targeted application with lower systemic exposure. Your Maximus doctor can help determine the best approach for you.
What are the possible side effects of Oral Dutasteride?
Common side effects may include reduced libido or erectile dysfunction. Serious but rare side effects include breast tenderness or lumps, and signs of allergic reaction such as swelling or difficulty breathing. If you experience severe or concerning symptoms, seek medical care promptly.
Can I use my HSA or FSA card to pay for Oral Dutasteride?
Yes. Maximus accepts HSA and FSA cards—just use yours like any other debit or credit card at checkout. Coverage varies by plan, so check with your plan administrator if you're unsure whether your HSA/FSA covers Maximus services.
Scalp and Serum DHT Reductions: Dutasteride suppresses serum DHT levels by 92% and scalp DHT by 79% at a dose of 0.5 mg. This greater suppression compared to finasteride is linked to improved hair regrowth and restoration of terminal hair.
Safety Profile: Dutasteride 0.5 mg was well tolerated, with adverse events, including sexual side effects (e.g., decreased libido, erectile dysfunction), reported in approximately 5% of patients, comparable to finasteride. No serious adverse events or dose-dependent increases in side effects were observed, underscoring its safety when used within the therapeutic range.
Superior Dosing with 2.5mg: The 2.5 mg dose of dutasteride demonstrates significantly greater efficacy in treating androgenetic alopecia compared to the 0.5 mg dose. Over 24 weeks, the 2.5 mg dose increased hair count by approximately 109.6 hairs in a 1-inch target area, compared to 94.6 hairs with the lower dose. It also achieved 79% scalp DHT suppression and 96% serum DHT suppression, surpassing the reductions seen with 0.5 mg. Expert and investigator assessments consistently rated the higher dose more favorably, with marked improvements in both vertex and frontal scalp regions. While the 2.5 mg dose was associated with a slightly higher incidence of mild sexual side effects (e.g., decreased libido in 13% of patients), these effects were generally transient and resolved over time.
