Taking ashwagandha with finasteride Chat 10/10/2024
Ashwagandha is used to reduce stress and improve sleep, while finasteride is taken for hair loss. Users report positive effects from ashwagandha and mixed results from finasteride, with some experiencing a slight dip in libido.
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