Studies have not been done. Anecdotal reports would suggest that it is probably close but these studies have not been done. Finasteride is FDA approved for 1 mg daily. Any other uses are 'off label' and one should check with a physician for full review before proceeding down this path.
You can use this drug at half the dose by taking 1 mg every other day. It will be 80% as effective at half the dose.