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Originally Posted by z06guy
I really was considering starting propecia until I read all these horrible reviews on the product all over the internet.
that's a shitty way to judge a product ESPECIALLY when it's a drug
Read what the scientists and doctors say about it instead of some johnny from iowa...
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Originally Posted by 2020
that's a shitty way to judge a product ESPECIALLY when it's a drug
Read what the scientists and doctors say about it instead of some johnny from iowa...
True true. I'll consider propecia if I don't notice a change using the 'natural' way. I have to try the natural way for myself to see if it works. I'll keep you all updated on what happens with the hairomega and minoxidil combo.
stressedtothebald, what I meant was I think propecia works better because it actually lowers DHT in your bloodstream. Correct me if I'm wrong but if propecia doesn't work to halt your hair loss then I don't think any other DHT blocker will be as effective unless it's a topical DHT blocker.
I definitely want to get the nizoral shampoo to add once or twice a week to my regimen...
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Originally Posted by z06guy
stressedtothebald, what I meant was I think propecia works better because it actually lowers DHT in your bloodstream. Correct me if I'm wrong but if propecia doesn't work to halt your hair loss then I don't think any other DHT blocker will be as effective unless it's a topical DHT blocker.
Contrary to popular belief, propecia doesn't work for everyone. Just browse here on the forum and You'll see people talking about it. Just recently I've read threads, one guy was using propecia for 5 years and it did nothing in terms of regrowth, the other guy was using for 3,5+ years..
More importantly, You are gambling with extremely dangerous side effects - including permanent erectile dysfunction, depression and cancer, just to name a few..
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Originally Posted by 2020
2020, I spent a lot of time reading almost everything on those websites and took some time to think about trying finasteride. The risks are very low but the benefits are extremely high. Only a very slim margin of people experienced side effects and even less experienced permanent side effects.
So do you all think these 'natural' DHT blockers like hairomega are not as effective as finasteride in maintaining hair? I may just make the switch since the price seems to be the same as the generic 1 mg finasteride on 4rx.com.
Perhaps I can split the pill and take 0.5mg per day along with minoxidil to maintain what hair I have left.
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Originally Posted by z06guy
So do you all think these 'natural' DHT blockers like hairomega are not as effective as finasteride in maintaining hair? I may just make the switch since the price seems to be the same as the generic 1 mg finasteride on 4rx.com.
You need to address the main problem of hair loss: DHT.
HairOmega is an excellent vitamin, but its DHT blocking abilities are too weak...
You should use both Propecia and HairOmega for maximum benefit...
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Originally Posted by z06guy
The risks are very low but the benefits are extremely high.
Thats if You believe what manufacturer claims.
Merck has so much faith in the safety of their own product, that they've pulled down their own website and left a message: "You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088." Have a look for Youself at http://www.propecia.com
Dr. Irwig, Washington study reports:
- 94% lower libido
- 92% erectile dysfunction & decreased arousal,
- 69% problems with orgasm,
- 66% reduction in sexual activity
- etc. plus links to depression & cancer.
http://www.examiner.com/courts-in-ba...#ixzz1mLgDjzw3
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Originally Posted by StressedToTheBald
Thats if You believe what manufacturer claims.
Japan:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21980923
3177 men, adverse reactions: 0.7%
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