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I have been taking propecia (finasteride) for over 10 yrs. i was just prescribed ketoconazole for a skin condition. is it safe to continue taking propecia (finasteride)?

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Drug Interactions: According to epocrates there is no drug interaction between the two drugs.

Answered 9/30/2012

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Sir i use hair fin 1mg medicine finasteride since 3 month continously but my top head crown area not covered with hair so i can use 5mg daily yes no?

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