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What Causes Dry Skin And Pimples After Having Finasteride?
Hi,I am taking treatment for hair loss for the last six months and taking Finasteride Tablets(FINAR),Biona - E,Minoxidial topical solution USP Hairex 10%.I could see some re-growth but could see lot of side effects.(dry skin,abnormal body heat,lot of pimples,paining while going motion.feel Itching on head,abnormal ejaculation and urinal issues.
Mon, 11 Feb 2019
Hello,
You can take antihistamines like Levocetirizineto which control the allergic reaction. Dry skin, abnormal ejaculation & urinal issues are due to the side effects of Finasteride. You can consult & inform your treating doctor & either stop taking finasteride, reduce the dose or replace it with a medication that suits you better. You can continue to take all the other prescribed medication.
To avoid the skin from drying take food rich in vitamin E (almonds, spinach, avocado, broccoli, kiwi), use humidifiers, apply moisturizers when your skin is moist & avoid using harsh soaps.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
You can take antihistamines like Levocetirizineto which control the allergic reaction. Dry skin, abnormal ejaculation & urinal issues are due to the side effects of Finasteride. You can consult & inform your treating doctor & either stop taking finasteride, reduce the dose or replace it with a medication that suits you better. You can continue to take all the other prescribed medication.
To avoid the skin from drying take food rich in vitamin E (almonds, spinach, avocado, broccoli, kiwi), use humidifiers, apply moisturizers when your skin is moist & avoid using harsh soaps.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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