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Finasteride is a drug used to treat male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate. It is contraindicated for woman and children. It treats enlarged prostate by decreasing the amount of hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. Decreased DHT is also associated with reduced hair fall on the head.

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How do I manage the hair fall problem that persists even after applying the Minoxidil solution and Finasteride?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 21-year-old male. I am using a topical Minoxidil solution with Finasteride. Initially, I got good results, but nowadays, my hair fall is increasing daily. What should I do?  Read Full »

Dr. Potnuru Srinivaasa Sudhakar

Dr. Potnuru Srinivaasa Sudhakar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Minoxidil helps stop hair fall and also causes hypertension. You have not mentioned other problems like dandruff, hair type, and split ends. I suggest you change the medication. Homeopathy helps to reduce hair fall. I suggest you take Arnica pills daily for one month a...  Read Full »

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