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A member asked:
When taking propecia (finasteride) is it best to use the 1mg or 5mg? also do generic brands come in the 1mg or 5mg? im in the early stages of male pattern baldness.
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Propecia (finasteride) is 1 mg: Propecia (finasteride) the medication for male pattern baldness comes only as a 1mg tablet. The 5 mg dose is still the same active ingredient but in a dose used for other medical indications.
Answered 12/19/2014
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ALOPECIA TX: Alopecia or hair loss may be multifaceted . You need full Exam &lab work up especially Vit d/Thyroid studies /TESTOSTERONE/ b12 and folate. If they are normal start high dose Biotin zinc B12 and folic acid.. Rogaine (minoxidil) and Propecia may be helpful. If there is no improvement consult dermatology for biopsy to rule out auto-immune ALOPECIA Aerata. 1MG dose of propecia should be effective.
Answered 8/25/2015
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