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Assuming i respond to treatment, how soon after starting a daily 1.25mg prescription for finasteride might i expect to see hair growth?

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3-6 weeks: Typically it takes about 3-6 weeks to begin to see new hair growth.

Answered 7/14/2013

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Are HealthTap doctors able to prescribe finasteride for hair loss? I would like to try a prescription for a 5mg pill that I could cut into fourths. Also how often would I have to consult a doctor to get my prescription renewed?

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Hi there, Ive started noticing hair loss, I believe this is maybe male pattern baldness, Ive started researching reducing DHT levels by using a product called Finasteride. how safe is this, and do I need a prescription?

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Im on testosterone replacement therapy. Will asking my dr for finasteride for hair loss offset any gains from supplemental testosterone?

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Im looking into hair loss prevention treatments and will be seeing a doctor however Im just curious. Is there a minoxidil/finasteride combination medication (pill form) that exists? Not looking for recommendations, Im just curious in general. TY?

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Does finasteride affect facial hair growth? I ask because it stops the conversion of DHT which Ive read affects facial hair?

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