Will Propecia Work Better if Taken at Night or with Food?

April 19th, 2009

Q: What time should I take the Propecia? Does it work better if I take it at night as opposed to the morning and should I take it with meals?
A: It doesn’t matter what time of day you take Propecia and the time can very each day.
The absorption of Propecia (finasteride) is not affected [...]

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What Hair Loss Treatment Can Prevent Hairline Retreat, Thinning?

January 20th, 2009

Q: I am having hair thinning and retreating from the front part of the scalp. According to Norwood’s classification I rank a category III. From what I see on the Rogaine pack it is used in hereditary hair loss on the (vertex) on top of the scalp. Any recommendations?
A: Minoxidil does work on the front [...]

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After Hair Transplant Should One Continue Treatment with Propecia?

January 18th, 2009

Q: If I get transplants, do I still have to continue taking Propecia?
A: Yes, you should.
You do not need finasteride (Propecia) for the hair transplant to work, or the transplanted hair to continue to grow, but finasteride can decrease further hair loss.

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After Hair Transplant Can One Replace Hair Loss Medication with Laser Therapy, Herbs?

September 15th, 2008

Q: I am interested in a hair transplant, but am turned off by the apparent side effects of follow up Propecia. Could herbs serve the purpose of Propecia? Regarding laser treatments, do they work on their own, or do you need drugs to supplement? Can laser damage in some cases, rather than benefit? It seems [...]

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Can Finasteride Hair Loss Medication Cause Sexual Side Effects?

July 21st, 2008

Q: I’ve now been taking finasteride for just over 5 months. I have noticed that my semen quality has changed just in the last 3 months, and it seems now much less in quantity and is quite watery and clear in color. I think the current problems are due to the finasteride, what do you [...]

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