Has anyone had experience in stopping Fin to try for a baby then restart? Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/7/2026
A user is considering stopping finasteride to try for a baby due to concerns about birth defects, despite mixed evidence. Others share experiences of using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, with some stopping finasteride when trying for children.
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