Afraid of side effects of Hair Loss Medicines.

September 24, 2016
Asked By:James Lovell in Hyderabad, IN

Doctor recently prescribed me a tablet Finax (Finasteride) 1mg and a multi mineral tablet containing Amino acids, Vitamins and Saw Palmetto extract 160mg. I read several articles on ( Finasteride) where i see some worrisome side effects of it. Now I'm bit worried whether i should continue or consult another doctor for alternate medicine for my hair loss? Plz clarify!

Answers (3)

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September 28, 2016

Answer: If you are worried about side effects of a medication, speak to your doctor. Propecia is an elective medication.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
MOST RECENT
September 28, 2016

Answer: If you are worried about side effects of a medication, speak to your doctor. Propecia is an elective medication.

Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
September 24, 2016

Answer: Finasteride or not

September 24, 2016

Answer: Finasteride or not

September 27, 2016

Answer: Possible Side Effects of Finasteride

September 27, 2016

Answer: Possible Side Effects of Finasteride

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