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Can I use the combination of saw palmetto and stinging nettle to treat androgenetic alopecia?

zlatanJan 8, 2018
saw palmetto is known to be dht blocker and stinging nettle is said to be capable of revitalizing hair follicles and cause growth of robust hair.is there any bad side effect of these ingredients like that in minoxidil and finasteride?is it okay for males to use saw palmetto?i mean,can the use of it mean the development of male sexual characteristics will be haltered?or there will be sufficient balance of dht and testosterone to not cause any sexual problem.

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If you believe that the dark circles are the result of taking finasteride, you should meet with your doctor and discuss stopping the medication

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It takes at least 6 months to see any value from finasteride and a year to see 80% of the results from the drug which you must stay on to keep what you get from it

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Well there is no such study to prove it' effectiveness.....but as in cupping multiple minor cuts are placed which might cause hair growth due to release of GF.....

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