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I'm taking low dose Finastride 0.25mg and I'm worried about getting gynecomastia. Is gynecomastia typical for Finastride users?

May 12, 2017
Asked By:SurferDude91 in Los Angeles, CA

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Answer: Low dosage Finasteride

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Answer: Gynecomastia with finasteride

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