Is dutasteride an option for women?

Written by Dr. Christian Drerup

Updated on 21 April 2026

For women who are pregnant or could become pregnant, dutasteride is contraindicated, because the active ingredient can interfere with the genital development of a male fetus. They should also not handle damaged capsules. Hair loss in women often has different causes and is treated differently; which options may be suitable is determined by the medical health questionnaire on a case-by-case basis.

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