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title: "Is finasteride safe? Risks, side effects, warnings"
description: "Finasteride is generally safe for many adults when prescribed, but it can cause sexual side effects and has key pregnancy warnings. Know risks and when to."
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# Is finasteride safe? Risks, side effects, warnings

> Finasteride is generally safe for many adults when prescribed, but it can cause sexual side effects and has key pregnancy warnings. Know risks and when to.

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