Question 1

i don't want to take propecia (finasteride)...what natural supplements can i take to help slow hair loss?

Accepted Answer

There are none: There are no vitamins, herbs, supplements, foods, nor drinks that are proven to slow hair loss (male pattern baldness in men). Maintaining a balanced diet of healthy foods, and taking one multivitamin + minerals tablet each day, should keep a person in normal, good nutritional status . . . So his scalp and hair should be as healthy as they can be. Unusual hair loss should be checked by a doctor.

Question 2

im 30 years old and i suffer from hair loss, would taking a supplement that increases testosterone naturally cause more dht?  i also take propecia.

Accepted Answer

Big problems: You report several concerns!
You must discuss the information you presented to your Primary doctor. The doctor will help you feel much better when everything is under control!

Question 3

could propecia (finasteride) really help?

Accepted Answer

Have you been: Evaluated to determine the reason for your hair loss? There are many reasons for loss of hair. If the reason for your hair loss is determined then it can be directly addressed. Propecia (finasteride) can be effective.

Question 4

how effective is  propecia (finasteride) ?

Accepted Answer

Results Vary: Propecia (finasteride) can be effective in male pattern baldness, but works much better if started early in the balding process.  However, not all patients respond.  This drug can cause birth defects and women of child bearing age should not even handle Propecia (finasteride) tablets.
Also, if treatment is stopped, any re-grown hair will fall out.  Many insurance companies do not cover Propecia (finasteride) prescriptions.

Question 5

how are propecia (finasteride) 1mg or 5mg different?

Accepted Answer

Propecia (finasteride) for men 1mg: Propecia is 1 mg only for men..not 5 mg.
The finasteride may be the 1 mg of Propecia)trade name for men), but off-label 5 mg is the dose used for women with alopecia.

Question 6

what happens as i transition from propecia to rogaine (minoxidil)?

Accepted Answer

May not be dramatic: The transition may not result in dramatic changes in hair growth. However rogaine (minoxidil) may still maintain hair growth already in place.

Question 7

might i have sex while on finasteride / propecia?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Propecia is low-dose finasteride, so is not likely to cause much alteration in libido or erectile function.  So if you were able to have sex before starting propecia, you should still be able to.  There is no reason not to have sex while on finasteride.  In the unlikely event your erection doesn't work as well, you might go off the drug for a month or two and see if there an improvement.

Question 8

is propecia (finasteride) safe for men?

Accepted Answer

For Most Men: I suggest you read the internet search for the drug and specifically look at the indications and risks for use of any medication.

Question 9

what is propecia (finasteride) used for?

Accepted Answer

Hairless: Proprecia is used in men for the treatment of hair loss.

Question 10

how much does propecia (finasteride) cost?

Accepted Answer

Propecia cost: If you obtain this under your insurance, it will cost your co-pay. From http://www.goodrx.com/Propecia, 30 1 mg tabs costs $118.99. However, costs from different pharmacies may vary widely.

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I don't want to take propecia (finasteride)...what natural supplements can i take to help slow hair loss?

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Im 30 years old and i suffer from hair loss, would taking a supplement that increases testosterone naturally cause more dht? i also take propecia.

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Could propecia (finasteride) really help?

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How effective is propecia (finasteride) ?

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How are propecia (finasteride) 1mg or 5mg different?

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What happens as i transition from propecia to rogaine (minoxidil)?

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Might i have sex while on finasteride / propecia?

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