Insomnia and Finasteride Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/29/2021
A user reports experiencing insomnia as a side effect of taking finasteride for hair loss, which takes 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep and results in only about 5 hours of sleep per night. They suspect the cause is related to the downregulation of neurosteroids due to finasteride.
View this post in the Community โ
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Blaming Finasteride doesn't help you solve anything: dry eyes
Finasteride is debated for causing dry eyes, with some users experiencing relief after stopping it, while others find no connection. Topical treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil are suggested as alternatives, with advice to consult medical professionals.
community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?
A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride
A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.
Related Research
6 / 1000+ results
research The Neurosteroidogenic Enzyme 5ฮฑ-Reductase Mediates Psychotic-Like Complications of Sleep Deprivation
The enzyme 5ฮฑ-reductase is key in causing psychotic-like effects from sleep deprivation.
research Finasteride for Hair Loss: A Review
Finasteride helps hair growth but may cause sexual side effects and depression.
research Finasteride and Suicide: A Postmarketing Case Series
Finasteride may increase suicide risk; more research needed.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome
Post-finasteride syndrome causes sexual, physical, and psychological symptoms, but more research is needed to understand its causes and connection to finasteride.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research Persistent Sexual, Emotional, and Cognitive Impairment Post-Finasteride
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual, emotional, and cognitive issues, with varying severity.