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I took finasteride for a year for hairloss and have terrible side effects like sexual and cognitive. Do you know how to treat this?

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I have been prescribed Finasteride by a dermatologist. I am very much worried about the side effects of it. My question to a dermatologist is, how many patients have complained about finasteride side effects.Is it really so rare or many patients have complained to you about it? Please answer honestly its the matter of my future life

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1.6% only.. For detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

I have been prescribed minoxidil f 5% for my hair loss. The side effects of finasteride are quite dangerous like decreased libido and erectile dysfunction and brain cell damage. Are these true and do they go away after stopping finasteride?

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I have undergone hair transplant surgery and the doctor advised me to take finasteride 1mg for 6months on daily basis.D.Will it create any side effects such as impotency,low semen etc

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I saw a dermatologist yesterday and she prescribed finasteride 1 mg twice a week, but I'm too scared of its side effects as it is directly related to endocrine system. What should I do?

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I have been using minoxidil for 1yeae and I still have hairfall. My scalp is 75% visible now. :( Recently I read about finasteride (FDA approves) and it's wonders but also that it has insane Sexual Side effects. Is it true? I wanna give it a try? Should I? Since minoxidil is clearing not helping. But I am scared of the side effects!! :( Thanks!

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Don't worry...It's very less.. For details contact me by direct online consultation ...  Read More

What are the side effects of FINASTERIDE 1MG on long term use? Are there any RCT trials showing adverse effects of Finasteride?

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Yes.but very much less percentage...For details.. Contact me ...  Read More

Sir IAM 20 years old I had hair loss When I consulted the doctor he prescribed me finasteride I WANT TO KNOW WHEATHER THIS MEDICINE HAS ANY SERIOUS SIDE EFFECT INCLUDING SEXUAL HEALTH

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Not so serious.. Contact me by direct online consultation for detailed information ...  Read More

Im taking finax 1mg as my doc prescribed me for hairloss.. I forgot to inform her that i have fatty liver disease... So wen i checked in internet it showed that finasteride should be used carefully if having any liver problem. Im taking finax on alternate days.. Not everyday. So what should i do.

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Hi, My dermatologist has prescribed finasteride 5mg tablets (dosage: once daily) for hair related problems. I want to know if it can have any implications on me or my husband, in case we have unprotected intercourse, and are NOT planning to have a baby. Thanks in advance.

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Nothing to worry, if not planning for pregnancy.. ...  Read More

My mother has auditory hallucinations, so she's been taking medicine for that. The doctor prescribed Riscon Plus tablet. She's been on it for 3 months now. She started having problems like feeling very tired, leg vibrations, and inability to sit properly. So the doctor said he'd give tablets for 3 weeks and reduced the dose of the same Riscon Plus.

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Yes, it will help to reduce side effects ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old and experiencing gradual thinning in the frontal scalp/hairline from the past few years. I have used topical minoxidil in the past, but stopped and the gained hair was lost. I want to avoid minoxidil and am considering low-dose finasteride. I would like your guidance on: • Whether finasteride is suitable for me

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Ideally a combination would be better if the thinning is progressive Better to discuss and start after proper examination ...  Read More

I am taking finasteride from last 1 year and recently I have acne So I have visited to an dermatologist and She has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly give me clear cut answer both can be taken or not Please Don't say for online consultation only give me answer

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am taking finasteride from last one year and I have acne also So I have visited to an dermatologist she has prescribed isotretinoin 10 mg per day but I forget to tell that I am taking finasteride already So kindly tell it will taken both simultaneously or not If not Why?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I faced very severe psychological problems with Finasteride, what are other options? Is oral minoxidil better than topical application?

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Hello. Will need a proper history of your condition and the previous treatment to comment further. Oral minoxidil might be of help in some ppl when topical has failed. Finasteride and minoxidil work b ...  Read More

I am 35 and have type-2 Diabetes for the last 10 years. I have been facing mild ED since for the last 4-5 years. Meanwhile, I am planning to undergo hair transplant surgery and the doctor said to consume Finasteride 1 mg for at least 6 months after the surgery. Is it safe to use this drug? The Doc at the clinic said only 5 % of patients feel the se

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Ur ed problem will increase drastically... Don't use that if u want to save ur sexual life.. U can apply locally but tablet is not advisable... Or u can do one thing... Start herbal supplements.. To b ...  Read More

Have used topical finasteride 0.1% along with minoxidil 5% , i only used for 2 days and 1 ml each day , I got to know finasteride causes side effects like sexual and harmonal issues , i quitted right away , making it a two days use , will i get any side effects ? And what about the concept of persistent sexual side effects from finasteride, did it

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I am a female Age 25 I basically have female pattern baldness stage 2 my doctor has recommended Minoxdil & Finasteride lipid solution for topical application Morr F5% I gradually started applying it but after researching about it I'm pretty scared about the side effects r that includes hormonal changes pregnancy problem libido etc ! The point i

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No need to worry if you apply the recommended 1 ml twice a day Those side effects are seen with oral medications ...  Read More

I have masturbated 10 to 11 yrs. I having many side-effects facing so how to recover masturbation Side effects

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Hi don't worry masterbation is ok in limits ...  Read More

Hello doctors, I’ve been dealing with hair loss for more than a year and have been taking Finasteride 1 mg (Finalo) for the last 3 months. Unfortunately, I have lost/misplaced my prescription and I have an international flight coming up very soon. I urgently need a 3-month prescription to continue my medication and also to show at customs during m

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Hair loss and balding head, dry scalp with dandruff, looking for a Minoxidil product which has 10% Minoxidil with Finasteride and no alcohol, not oily or maybe less oily

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have been consuming Finasteride (finalo) for around 4 years now. I would like to know how safe it is and whether or not I can consume it for few more years. I take it daily 1mg. It has not completely stopped my hair loss but reduced it. I fear, if I stop the medication, I might lose a lot of my hair

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4 yrs is a very long period. You should stop it as soon as possible because it might harm your potency and might harm your prostate gland. ...  Read More

Good 😊 morning I want to that taking finasteride in a long run can cause liver issues . Kindly answer this .

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If you already have a liver disease then there is a problem You can get your liver function checked if you are worried ...  Read More

Good evening Does finasteride 1 mg can cause loose stool Kindly help Thanks in advance ... ... ...

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If the patient is suffering from depression & not sleeping well at night , but sleeping day time , Can he take TryQ 10 & melonin tablets ? Are there any side effects of Try Q 10 tablets and taking Acknotin Tablets along with anti depression tablets . Please guide

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So, last year I was down with chickenpox. Yes it sounds extinct yet i got it somehow. Since then, probably it triggered my alopecia. So right now i am losing a lot of hair daily. Tried using all the shampoo and everything. But of no use. I am going to get married next year, my baldness is maybe grade 1-2, so i am worried if it goes ahead and af

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello, I was recently diagnosed as a diffused thinner slowly progressing to NW2 by 2 different doctors. The hair loss/thinning is not very aggressive. It's slow. I was prescribed finasteride by one and dutasteride by the other doctor. I have no medical history of allergies or any other problems. I am concerned about the side effects but want to qui

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi Doctors, I need advice. I have tried to discuss doctor and read online but not getting proper responses. I have been using Minoxidil and Finasteride (Topical) from last 3 months along with 3 sessions of GFC (hair prp treatment). I am noticing Erection issues not sure if its because of Finasteride, I have never had such issues before. So pls let

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So I have androgenetic alopecia and a dermatologist prescribed oral finasteride 1mg; after 2-3 weeks I am noticing tenderness and puffiness around the chest, and shrinkage of private parts. After bringing this up with the dermatologist I'm prescribed another medicine called dutasteride, which I guess is similar to finasteride. So what are my optio

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First of all go for hormonal test . Do come for check up . ...  Read More

Hello, im suffering from male pattern baldness and im on finasteride 1 mg ,is it safe to take finasteride for a 23 year old?

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