Similar Risk of Sexual Dysfunction in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients Treated With Dutasteride vs. Finasteride: A Retrospective Cohort Database Study
June 2025
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International Journal of Dermatology
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Taking medication for hair loss might cause sexual problems.
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Dutasteride more effectively treats hair loss than finasteride, but may increase risk of altered libido.
research Persistent Erectile Dysfunction in Men Exposed to 5α-Reductase Inhibitors, Finasteride, or Dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.
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Taking 5-α reductase inhibitors for prostate enlargement or hair loss does not significantly raise the risk of erectile dysfunction.
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Knowing about finasteride's sexual side effects increases reported dysfunction.
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