Taking 1mg finasteride for prevention Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/29/2026
A 26-year-old is taking 1mg finasteride for hair loss prevention, experiencing side effects like low libido, and considering adding minoxidil but is hesitant. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, possibly adjusting the dosage, and incorporating scalp massages or microneedling to improve results.
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