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Is Taking Finasteride Safe For The Treatment Of Male Pattern Baldness?

doctor prescribed finasteride 5mg tablets for male pattern baldness. the insert says it has tremendous side effects and is primarily used for enlarged prostate issues like bph which i don t suffer from. looks like the drug has many potential side effects. i m hesitant to take it???
Thu, 11 May 2017
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Finasteride has side effects like decreased sex drive, impotence, breast enlargement, tenderness and breast cancer in men.
If you are bothered by side effects of finasteride, then discuss with your doctor to see if other treatments like topical minoxidil, spironolactone is right for you

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Dr.Lekshmi
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Is Taking Finasteride Safe For The Treatment Of Male Pattern Baldness?

Hello, Thank you for trusting HealthcareMagic Finasteride has side effects like decreased sex drive, impotence, breast enlargement, tenderness and breast cancer in men. If you are bothered by side effects of finasteride, then discuss with your doctor to see if other treatments like topical minoxidil, spironolactone is right for you Hope this answers your question Please address further questions here Regards, Dr.Lekshmi