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Is Propecia a Good Solution for Hair Loss?

perthboy
hi im a 25 yr old male and have been using a generic version of propecia as i have a family history of baldness. i started using this when i was 19. i still have my hair. i would like to know. is there any way of knowing if its working or not? or should i be just greatful i still have hair. also. how long can i go without taking my daily dose without affecting my treatment as sometimes i do have to wait for a new script. thanks

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