Q: I recently turned 22 and have been on Propecia for about 2.5 years. The amount of hair that de-miniaturized with daily 1 mg peaked about a year ago and I have seen steady thinning since. I feel that I am too young for a hair transplant. My question is whether or not an increase [...]

Q: I am not yet ready for a hair transplant but am considering Propecia. What is your opinion on the “optimal dose”? I know Merck recommends 1 mg, but could I get away with taking less? Or would I get a better result by taking more (2-3 mgs)? A: You may get away with 0.5 [...]

Q: I had some side effects from Propecia 1mg a day after being on the medication for about 10 days that included decreased sex drive and difficulty in holding an erection. I would like to try to continue taking the medication. What should I do? A: First, you should discuss this with your prescribing physician. [...]

Q: I have been taking Propecia for three months. Would it help to up my dose? A: For most people (of average body weight of approximately 150 pounds) 1 mg is the ideal dose. This is a statistical statement, however. There are some people who fall outside the bell curve. As we don’t know who [...]