Doctor Told Me To Stop Propecia and Use Minoxidil Instead

Hi doctor Rassman,

My doctor prescribed to me minoxidil and told me to stop immediately propecia after 8 months of usage ( as a treatment for my genetic male pattern baldness) after sever sexual dysfunctions and a worry of future consequences. My question is, does minoxidil 5% alone treats the male pattern hair loss or it is a “must” to take a dht inhibitor for blocking DHT and prevent further thinning of the hair?

The issue here is the sexual side effect. Minoxidil does not have negative sexual side effects and therefore may be a reasonable alternative. Minoxidil may prolong hair cycling and therefore the life of some hairs. This is theory, of course, but there is some scientific basis for this conclusion. When you have to choose between a normal sexual life and balding, I personally would rather be bald. The choice is yours and minoxidil may actually help.