Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)
    2/24/2026

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Saw Palmetto (oral) 320 mg years
    the tone is 😞 negative with increased hair density results.

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    Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.
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