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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Taking 5 mg/day finasteride can cause side effects in women with hair loss, but these are usually mild and fade over time, making the treatment beneficial in the long run.
Finasteride is popular for treating male hair loss but may increase the risk of serious prostate cancer and has other potential side effects.
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