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Does Finasteride effect having children?

drewburger
I was wondering if trying to make a baby while on propecia/finsteride is considered safe? I was looking into taking it about 7 years ago when my wife was pregnant but read somewhere it can be harmful to pregnant women. I decided to stay clear of it even though it would be me taking it not her.. plus the other side effects didnt sound to good.. now my kids are older and don't plan on any more I've started taking it. With no side effect after the first week..

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