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I used finasteride 5mg for yrs. developed gynecomastia which drug withdrawal cured. hair now thinning. is it safe to take 1mg for hair growth!

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Finasteride: A reduced dose Finasteride is less likely to cause gynecomastia. I would also tell you that gynecomastia is not particularly a health problem but is more of a cosmetic issue. (clearly cosmetic issues are important to you at 71 years of age).

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/16/2019

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