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    GlossaryFixed Drug Eruption

    recurrent skin reaction at the same site from specific drugs

    A Fixed Drug Eruption (FDE) is a type of allergic reaction to a medication that recurs in the same location on the skin each time the drug is taken. It typically presents as a well-defined, round or oval, red or purple patch that may blister and leave a dark mark after healing. Common culprits include antibiotics, pain relievers, and other medications.

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      community Binding affinity of pyrilutamide!

      in Update  170 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.
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      community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said

      in Finasteride  232 upvotes 7 years ago
      The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.

      community 25 years on finasteride - my experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  882 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

      community Is this true? Is long term taking fin harmful to the liver?

      in Chat  127 upvotes 1 year ago
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