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research A Mutation of the Androgen Receptor Associated with Partial Androgen Resistance, Familial Gynecomastia, and Fertility*

67 citations , April 1988 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

This study describes a family with X-linked gynecomastia and undervirilization in men, finding a subtle androgen receptor abnormality that may not always lead to infertility despite androgen resistance.

research Tamoxifen for flutamide/finasteride-induced gynecomastia

49 citations , December 1997 in “Urology”

This study found that low-dose tamoxifen may effectively treat painful gynecomastia in patients receiving flutamide and finasteride for advanced prostate cancer.

research The use of minoxidil to attempt to prevent alopecia during chemotherapy for gynecologic malignancies.

36 citations , January 1991 in “PubMed”

In this pilot study, 2% topical Minoxidil showed no benefit in preventing hair loss during chemotherapy for gynecologic cancers, although it was non-toxic.

research Unilateral Gynecomastia Induced by Treatment With 1 mg of Oral Finasteride

30 citations , April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.

research Finasteride induced gynecomastia: Case report and review of the literature

29 citations , January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This report describes two cases of gynecomastia linked to the use of Finasteride (Propecia®) for treating androgenetic alopecia, highlighting a rare but important side effect.

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community Got Gynecomastia from Dutasteride, now what?

7 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user experienced gynecomastia after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering stopping dutasteride or having surgery to remove the gland. They are advised to stop dutasteride, consider surgery, and explore medications like raloxifene or tamoxifen to manage symptoms.

community Treatment of Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia (Male breast tissue growth)

16 upvotes 5 years ago

Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.

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