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Is it possible to build muscle while taking propecia (finasteride) 1mg? i wasn't sure since it involves lowering testosterone. thanks
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Finasteride: Lowers 5-DHT, the most active form of testosterone! It can decrease both libido and response to exercise!
Answered 11/27/2017
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