Drugs (Medications)

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Should One Increase Dose of Propecia if Hair Loss Continues During Treatment?

June 12th, 2006

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 [...]

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Before Hair Transplant, How Long Should One Use Propecia Hair Loss Medication?

April 14th, 2006

Q: I am 28 years old and was told that I have early Norwood Class 3 hair loss. I want to have a hair transplant but my doctor told me to use Propecia for 6 months and then come back to discuss surgery. I don’t want to wait that long, what should I do?
A: Actually, [...]

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Where Can One Buy Propecia Hair Loss Medication at Reasonable Price?

February 3rd, 2006

Q: I am considering taking Propecia, but it I went to my local pharmacy in New York City and it is so expensive. Is there a way I can get it cheaper?
A: The website www.drugstore.com sells Propecia online at a reasonable price. A doctor’s prescription is required.
Please note that Propecia is not yet available in [...]

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Can One Vary Dosage of Propecia Hair Loss Medication in Treatment of Hair Loss?

December 14th, 2005

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 mg [...]

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Does Propecia Hair Loss Medication Reverse Early Hair Loss or Thinning in Frontal Scalp?

September 27th, 2005

Q: I have early frontal thinning and was told that I am a Norwood Class 4A. I have been taking Propecia for several years. I recently went to see a doctor who told me go off Propecia and consider a hair transplant, since there is “no scientific evidence that Propecia works in the front of [...]

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