Adverse Effects of Finasteride: Myths and Realities. An Updated Review

    December 2016 in “ Revista Medica De Chile ”
    Néstor Carreño-Orellana, Catherina Moll-Manzur, Juan Eduardo Carrasco-Zuber, Sergio Álvarez-Véliz, Daniela Berroeta-Mauriziano, Ninoska Porras-Kusmanic
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    TLDR Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
    This document is a review of the adverse effects of finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss and prostate enlargement. The review covers various studies that have investigated the effects of finasteride on different parts of the body, including the heart, kidneys, and brain. While finasteride is generally safe and effective, it is important for patients to be aware of the potential risks and side effects associated with its use, including sexual dysfunction, alterations in sperm count and motility, and potential negative effects on bone density and glucose and lipid metabolism.
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