Propecia and having kids

[Dimebolt3000]

Hi guys, first time poster, been reading for a bit.....
I am 23 and am starting to notice some slow thinning in the crown area. I was thinking of starting propecia, but have read that if you intend on having kids in a few years it may not be a good choice because of possible interaction with the potential fetus and so on. Is this true? Can someone be so kind to tell the facts? Also, would rogaine 5% be a better alternative in my case?

Thanx in advance and look forward to sharing information on the forums

Bolt

 

[asolof]

Finasteride does not impair fertility and there is no evidence of mutagenesis or teratogenesis in male recipients of the drug. So, as far as we know, it is ok for a male to take it. It can cause problems in external male genitalia development if a pregnant woman takes it so it is contraindicated for them.

 

[Scott_A]

finasteride and babies

I'd ask my doctor about it. Pregnant women aren't even supposed to touch the stuff with their skin.

 

[Dimebolt3000]

Thanx a lot guys for you responses. greatly appreciated