What If I Want a Hair Transplant Without Taking Propecia?

Hello Dr. Rassman,

I have been following your blog for over two years. I appreciate the work you do.

I had a question about hair transplant procedure. I understand that before or during hair transplantation, patients are prescribed propecia to help with the results. How would the results be affected if someone opts to get into hair transplantation but does not take propecia.

Your input will be greatly appreciated. Thank You.

Some of my patients do not take Propecia (finasteride 1mg) by their personal choice. It is your choice as well. The risk is that you may have increased shock hair loss without taking Propecia before surgery. Shock hair loss is common in men under 30 years old or those who are losing their hair actively when they have a hair transplant. Propecia will prevent this complication in most men.

My personal opinion is that you are investing a lot of money in a surgery to have hair so why not try to maximize your return by taking Propecia?