Anyone stop finasteride or duasteride after 10+ years of use and have no lasting negative effects? Finasteride/Dutasteride 10/28/2025
The conversation discusses the potential long-term effects of stopping finasteride after extended use, with differing opinions on the existence and prevalence of post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report persistent side effects, while others argue that such effects are rare or unrelated to the medication.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?
Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
community Huberman tweet about finasteride
The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.
community Why is no one talking about this? Topical dutasteride out performs oral finasteride.
Topical dutasteride is considered more effective for hair regrowth with fewer side effects than oral finasteride. Users have mixed experiences, with some preferring topical applications for reduced side effects.
community Finasteride is save in the eu (they concluded the investigation)
Finasteride and dutasteride are still available in the EU, with a warning about potential suicidal thoughts. The benefits of these treatments are deemed greater than the risks.
community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride
Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.
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6 / 6 resultsresearch Faculty Opinions recommendation of Post-finasteride syndrome: a surmountable challenge for clinicians.
This article evaluates clinical and scientific literature on post-finasteride syndrome, concluding that finasteride and dutasteride may cause persistent sexual, neurological, and physical adverse side effects in a subset of men.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Underestimated Phenomenon
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for prostate issues and hair loss, can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and mental issues, which may continue even after stopping the medication, a condition called post-finasteride syndrome, for which there's currently no cure.
research MP89-08 POST-FINASTERIDE SYNDROME: REAL OR IMAGINED?
This study found that the 1 mg dose of finasteride was associated with a wide range of adverse effects, including sexual, psychological, and metabolic symptoms, in the FAERS data.
research Atypical post-finasteride syndrome: A pharmacological riddle
This case report describes an atypical postfinasteride syndrome in a patient treated with both dutasteride and finasteride for androgenic alopecia, highlighting its multisystem involvement and irreversible nature.
research Post-finasteride syndrome: a surmountable challenge for clinicians
This review discusses the evidence for post-finasteride syndrome as a condition potentially induced by finasteride and dutasteride, associating them with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation in a subset of men, and reports no new clinical results.
research The post-finasteride syndrome: possible etiological mechanisms and symptoms
The authors concluded that finasteride and dutasteride might have serious side effects, including persistent sexual dysfunction for some, necessitating further research and vigilant risk-benefit analysis.