Sexual Adverse Events Related to Dutasteride and Finasteride: Analysis of Real-Life Data from Eudra-Vigilance Database

Concerns about a potential ban on finasteride and dutasteride due to side effects, with users advocating for continued access and informed choice. Alternative treatments like pyrilutamide are also mentioned.

A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.

Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual side effects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer side effects with dutasteride.

The conversation discusses using Duodart (dutasteride + tamsulosin) for hair loss, with side effects like frequent urination and ejaculation issues leading to discontinuation. The user switched to German Avodart and experienced mood and erection side effects, considering adjusting the dosage to three times a week.

Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risks of sexual dysfunction for treating androgenetic alopecia. Users experience varying side effects, indicating individual differences in drug reactions.

The user stopped taking finasteride due to erectile dysfunction and was prescribed dutasteride by a dermatologist. Some users shared experiences of having fewer side effects with dutasteride, while others warned it might cause similar or worse side effects.