Study of QuantiFERON’s Conversion/Reversal Phenomena in Patients with Psoriasis During Biological Treatment

May 2015 in “ Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology ”

finasteride androgenic alopecia 5-alpha reductase inhibitors phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors Propecia AA PDE5 inhibitors

Studysummary Young men taking finasteride for hair loss have a higher risk of sexual dysfunction.

Automatically generated from the study's abstract, not written by a person, and not a review of the full paper. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation. Read the original study, and consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment. Full disclaimer ·

Read the full study on jaad.org →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Similar research 6

The Effect of Finasteride, a 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, on Scalp Skin Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Patients With Male Pattern Baldness The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 1994
5 Alpha-Reductase and Finasteride in Pattern Alopecia and Acne PubMed · 2004
Sexual Dysfunction With 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Global Propensity Score Matched Retrospective Cohort Study Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2024
5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Myth or Truth? Clinical research in dermatology · 2021
The Effect of Finasteride, a 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, on Scalp Skin Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Patients with Male Pattern Baldness The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism · 1994
Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Survey of Dermatologists from the Spanish Hair and Nail Disorders Group Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas · 2026

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 1000+ results

community A better treatment would be a localized 5ar inhibitor that breaks down when it enters blood or leaves hair follicle

1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the need for a localized 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that only affects the scalp without systemic side effects, similar to pyrilutamide's approach. Current treatments like topical liposomal finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, but concerns about their systemic effects and lack of research are highlighted.

community Allopregnanolone deficiency by 5-ari inhibition (fin/dut users)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about managing allopregnanolone deficiency caused by 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride. Specific treatments discussed for hair loss include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Does everything that reduces DHT block 5ar?

46 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride is the most effective treatment for reducing DHT and addressing hair loss compared to fish oil and saw palmetto. Topical treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil are also discussed, but finasteride remains the most effective option.

community We need actual hair loss studies on Epristeride

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hair loss treatment effectiveness.

community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.

community L. reuteri (probiotic for Androgenic Alopecia)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 34 upvotes 5 months ago

L. reuteri, a probiotic, is being explored for its potential benefits in treating androgenic alopecia, possibly enhancing finasteride's effects and reducing inflammation. The user combines this with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements, noting some improvement in hair loss.