Switched Finasteride Brands, Hair, Scalp and Skin Declining Finasteride/Dutasteride 2/21/2025
Switching finasteride brands from Teva to Proscar led to hair and skin issues, suggesting possible differences in effectiveness or quality. Users recommend returning to the original brand that worked well.
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