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Propecia is an anti-BPH agent which is a kind of urology drug.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Anti BPH drug

Brands

Proscar

Generic Drug

Finasteride

Side Effects

Common

Low blood pressure on standing
Gynecomastia
Enlarged male breasts

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Male pattern baldness
Condition

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Is Propecia (finasteride) safe for men?

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What is propecia (finasteride) used for?

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A 48-year old asked:

How effective is propecia (finasteride) ?

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A 48-year old asked:

How much does propecia (finasteride) cost?

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A 42-year old asked:

Propecia (finasteride) ----- is this pill any good?

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A 34-year old asked:

Does using proscar work like propecia (finasteride)?

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A 33-year old asked:

Can you buy propecia (finasteride) at any drug store?

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A 42-year old asked:

What are the pros and cons of taking propecia (finasteride)?

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A 45-year old asked:

Might I have sex while on finasteride / propecia (finasteride)?

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A 48-year old asked:

How long before there are any results from propecia (finasteride)?

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A 37-year old asked:

I have been taking propecia (finasteride) for a week & now my face is slightly swollen. Should I consult my doctor?

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A 42-year old asked:

Propecia (finasteride) side effects are what?

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A 45-year old asked:

What are some of the side effects of propecia (finasteride)?

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A 41-year old asked:

Early signs of ED on propecia (finasteride). Should I quit or not?

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A 38-year old asked:

How long would it take before the side effects of propecia (finasteride) go?

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A 33-year old asked:

Does your hair stop falling out after the first couple days of taking propecia (finasteride)?

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A 48-year old asked:

if I stop taking propecia (finasteride) because of the side effects will I undo the progress i made?

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A 31-year old male asked:

I want to quit propecia (finasteride) after 4 years. Im experiencing low libido. What is the safest way to stop?

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A 27-year old male asked:

What is your thoughts on propecia (finasteride)? I have read about the ED side effects and is a bit reluctant to try it.

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A 24-year old male asked:

If i stop using propecia (finasteride) due to side effects will the side effects continue still or it will stop when i stop using the medicine.?

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A 48-year old asked:

I can't get a full erection without a girl. I just started propecia (finasteride) 1-2 months ago so maybe that could have something to do with it?

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A 25-year old male asked:

I have tried everything for my hair but all are helpless, used minoxidil5% propecia, (finasteride) have any treatment for stop and regrow my hair in medical science?

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A 41-year old male asked:

I am a 41 yr old male and have been taking Propecia (finasteride) for over ten years. I was just prescribed Ketoconazole tabs . Can I continue taking Propecia (finasteride) ?

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A 41-year old male asked:

T level of 375. Symptoms of fatigue, depression, anxiety. Can T level be too low? Was taking propecia (finasteride) for 12 years. Stopped 6 months ago. Can propecia (finasteride) effect T level?

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A 39-year old asked:

What happens as I transition from propecia to rogaine (minoxidil)?

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A 33-year old female asked:

Does propecia (finasteride) affect males sperm?

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A 17-year old male asked:

Can I take propecia (finasteride) if I have hep b?

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A 43-year old asked:

Side effects of propecia (finasteride) - any erectile issues?

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A 39-year old male asked:

how common are sexual side effects with Propecia (finasteride)?

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What can you tell me about prescription propecia (finasteride)?

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