My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin 9/11/2025
A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.
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