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Propecia is the most popular and efficient treatment for male pattern baldness — a problem many men experience, even when they are still quite young. This drug has been specially designed to prevent the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), thought to be responsible for shrinking follicles and thinning hair.

Propecia DHTMale pattern baldness is a condition that most often affects men over 50 years old. Men of this age are very likely to start losing hair, or their hair inevitably becomes shorter, thinner and weaker. A family history of male pattern loss may increase the risk of developing the problem in other male members of the family. In many cases, it may display earlier than usual for a man to go bald.

Going bald is a sensitive issue for most men, as it affects their image and self-esteem. The process of hair loss is caused by DHT (dihydrotestosterone) — a substance that appears because of testosterone conversion. The problem of male pattern balding requires treatment, as the later it’s started, the less visible results the patient will get. Studies have shown that people beginning their Propecia treatment 5 years after they started going bald did not get results as impressive as those who began taking Propecia right away.

Clinical studies of Propecia showed that this medicine causes a few minor side effects in just 2% of patients undergoing the treatment, such as reduced sexual desire, acne, impotence, reduced ejaculate volume, and oily skin. They tend to be short-lived and are unlikely to affect the patient’s everyday life.

The 1 mg dose of Propecia is usually taken every day with a full glass of water. At least three months have to pass before any significant results can be expected. Propecia needs to be used indefinitely, as the process of hair loss will continue otherwise.

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