Finasteride Causing Dry Skin – Will Taking Propecia Less Frequently Stop Hair Loss?

I’ve been taking [tag]finasteride[/tag] for about 6 months.   For the first few months, I was taking 1/4 tablet of [tag]Proscar[/tag] daily however, due to severe dryness of the skin on my face after taking finasteride for only a few months, I now take it every 3 days.   can you please let me know whether taking 1/4 tablet of Proscar every 3 days is still effective to stop [tag]hair loss[/tag]?

According to the [tag]Propecia[/tag] website, dry skin is not a reported side effect of  finasteride.   However, you are the second person I’ve heard claim this in the last 2 months.

The recommended FDA approved dosage of finasteride is 1mg daily.   However, in the event side effects occur, many leading [tag]hair restoration[/tag] physicians have suggested their hair loss patients try taking 1mg every other day.   In my opinion, consult with a qualified [tag]hair loss doctor[/tag]  and get their recommendation on an appropriate dosage for you.

Bill
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