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What is your thoughts on propecia (finasteride)? i have read about the ed side effects and is a bit reluctant to try it.
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Propecia (finasteride) is safe: Some people get quite an improvement in hair growth and thickness with propecia (finasteride). The side effects are minimal. If you have any side effects then just get off of the medication. All side effects are totally reversible.
Answered 1/22/2013
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See my note: Propecia (finasteride) is in essence proscar, for treating enlarged prostate but in smaller dose of 1 mg.It can cause ed, try it if you wish, side effects will stop when you stop using it.
Answered 6/30/2014
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