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Worried about side effects of Tofacitin
Hello doctor. My brother has hair loss and was prescribed two medicines: Tofacitinib XR 11 mg and Dutasteride 0.5 mg. I read online that both can have serious side effects, so I am feeling worried.
Are these two medicines safe to take together for hair loss?
Are the serious side effects common or rare?
What precautions or tests should we follow while using them
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Treatment depends on the grade..You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
They can be taken with proper protocol of investigation and follow up investigation. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online with pictures for proper treatment and guidance.
Treatment depends upon severity of your condition.
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Dr. Simoni Sarodia
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries .
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Dr. Devang Pandya
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Jamnagar
yes there are side effects
but need to do some
test before starting these tablets
need to see the indication of staring these drugs
as there are many causes of hairloss
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Valsad
Which type of hair loss he is facing?
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Kindly consult online
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