Female age 43, using Finasteride for FFA treatment. Is dutasteride a better option?

April 16, 2017
Asked By:reggie01 in Bakersfield, CA

I am taking finasteride to treat my FFA. Recently I read that dutasteride might be a better option. Should I switch medications? I am female, age 43.

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