Hi everyone, I live in Zurich and have been taking Avodart (dutasteride 0.5 mg) and oral minoxidil 2.5 mg for androgenetic alopecia for several years. The treatment was originally started by my dermatologist, and I tolerate both medications well. I currently have repeat prescriptions from my dermatologist. The oral minoxidil is imported from Germany and ordered through my local pharmacy in Switzerland. I’m wondering whether a GP (Hausarzt) in Switzerland can take over prescribing these medications and issue future repeat prescriptions, or whether prescriptions for these treatments generally need to continue coming from a dermatologist. Has anyone in Zurich had their GP take over prescribing oral minoxidil and/or dutasteride after the treatment was already established? Or does anyone know of a GP in Zurich who is comfortable prescribing them? My dermatologist is in Wallisellen, which is a bit inconvenient for me. Thanks! submitted by /u/alexmillne
Originally posted by u/alexmillne on r/Switzerland