Would Avodart Protect Against Shock Loss?

Dr.Rassman,
I certainly look forward to reading your blog each day. In the past you stated that some individuals are convinced that topical Nizoral 2%, used in conjuction with Propecia, helps with hair growth. What are your thoughts about using Avodart with Nizoral instead? Also, do you think Avodart might have the same effect as Propecia in minimizing shock loss in a hair transplant?

Thank You!

I generally do not recommend Avodart (dutasteride), and so I really don’t have any experience with patients that use it to protect against shock loss following a hair transplant. In theory it should protect against shock loss similar to how Propecia does.