§ Telehealth Basics
Finasteride
A 5-alpha reductase inhibitor used at 1 mg/day for hair loss and 5 mg/day for BPH. Compounded finasteride is available online through telehealth hair loss
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Finasteride blocks the conversion of testosterone to DHT, the androgen primarily responsible for androgenetic alopecia. At the 1 mg dose, randomized data shows most men maintain or modestly regain hair over 12-24 months. Sexual side effects are reported in a minority and typically resolve on discontinuation.
§ Where Finasteride Comes Up
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