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For genetic hair loss i am planning to take propecia (finasteride). will it work for woman?

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No propecia (finasteride) for wome: Do not take Propecia (finasteride) as it may not be safe for women and has not shown any proven effect in females.

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

For genetic hair loss i am planning to take propecia (finasteride). will it work for woman?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Moeller answered

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