No Increased Risk of Mood Disorders in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients Treated with Dutasteride and Finasteride: A Retrospective Cohort Database Study

    March 2025 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”
    Zachary Neubauer, Michael M Ong, Shari R. Lipner
    Image of study
    TLDR Dutasteride and finasteride do not increase mood disorder risk in men with hair loss.
    The study titled "No increased risk of mood disorders in male androgenetic alopecia patients treated with dutasteride and finasteride" is a retrospective cohort database study that investigates the potential link between the use of dutasteride and finasteride and the risk of mood disorders in male patients with androgenetic alopecia. The findings indicate that there is no increased risk of developing mood disorders for these patients when treated with these medications. This conclusion is based on the analysis of a large dataset, providing reassurance to both patients and healthcare providers regarding the mental health safety of these commonly used treatments for hair loss.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 1000+ results

      community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

      community Hair Loss Drugs Ranked in Order of Efficacy

      in Research/Science  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.

      community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  113 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

    Related Research

    5 / 5 results