Search
forLearn
5 / 801 resultslearn FC550
learn retinoic acid
learn O-Cymen-5-Ol
learn Biopeptide-5
Research
5 / 330 results
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors on erectile function, sexual desire and ejaculation
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.
research Persistent erectile dysfunction in men exposed to the 5α-reductase inhibitors, finasteride, or dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.
research A Review of the FAERS Data on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Implications for Postfinasteride Syndrome
The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
research Male Breast Cancer and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Finasteride and Dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride does not increase the risk of male breast cancer.
research Bladder Cancer Survival of Men Receiving 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Men taking 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors before or after bladder cancer diagnosis had a lower risk of dying from the disease.
Community Join
5 / 308 resultscommunity 5ARi of choice not working yet? Paper Review for efficacy + safety
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, especially at the crown and midscalp, but both have similar side-effect profiles with low incidence of sexual adverse events. Improvement is measured visually, and significant results may take over 12 months to appear.
community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects
Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.
community 4.5 months on Finasteride 1mg a day, topical Minoxidil 5% twice a day, and ketoconazole shampoo 1% every time I shower.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
community [AMA] 5-Month Progress Report: Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil Results.
Naepo's 5-month progress report detailing their journey of treating male pattern baldness with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which has already resulted in an encouraging improvement in hair density. Others have responded with appreciation for the thorough report and asked further questions about Naepo's educational background.
community The case for 5ARI-free hair transplants: Dr. Zarev, Pittella, Sethi, Miln, and future treatments in development
Some individuals experience side effects from 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and are considering hair transplants without these medications, with some opting for surgeons like Dr. Zarev. Others are exploring alternative treatments and waiting for new medications in development, while some discuss managing side effects through lifestyle changes or additional medications.