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Adverse Side Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy: Persistent Diminished Libido, Erectile Dysfunction, and Depression in a Subset of Patients

research Adverse Side Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy: Persistent Diminished Libido, Erectile Dysfunction, and Depression in a Subset of Patients

223 citations , December 2010 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.

research Finasteride Use and Acute Pancreatitis in Taiwan

10 citations , January 2015 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology”

No clear link between finasteride use and acute pancreatitis risk.

A Retrospective Study of Clinical Outcomes of Alpha-Blocker or Finasteride Monotherapy Followed by Combination Therapy: Determination of the Period of Combination Therapy of Alpha-Blocker and Finasteride

research A Retrospective Study of Clinical Outcomes of Alpha-Blocker or Finasteride Monotherapy Followed by Combination Therapy: Determination of the Period of Combination Therapy of Alpha-Blocker and Finasteride

3 citations , March 2013 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice”

Combination therapy for 9+ months maintains symptom improvements after stopping alpha-blockers or finasteride.

research A Review of the Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss

53 citations , February 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy”

Finasteride and minoxidil work best together for hair loss.

research Androgen Treatment of Postmenopausal Women

28 citations , May 2013 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology”

Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.

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community Beneficial supplement (my experience)

in Product 1 upvotes 1 week ago

The user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, and discusses the side effects like lowered libido and motivation. They recommend trying tyrosine to counter these effects, noting it improved their libido and energy levels.

community Great gains on 500mg fin and 1000mg min everyday

in Satire 766 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses exaggerated hair growth results using 500mg finasteride and 1000mg minoxidil daily, with side effects including a bloody nose and lowered libido. It also jokes about microneedling, hair transplants, and elephants, suggesting the post is satirical.

community How are your experiences with Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 38 upvotes 11 months ago

Dutasteride is often preferred over Finasteride due to fewer side effects and better hair regrowth. Initial side effects like lowered libido may occur but typically diminish over time.

community day 107 of kx826 .5% . 1+ years on topical minoxidil.

in Progress Pictures 18 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using topical minoxidil for over a year and added kx826/pyrilutamide to improve hair growth, avoiding finasteride due to side effects like lowered libido and panic attacks. They report positive results with reduced shedding and healthier hair, particularly in areas previously unresponsive to minoxidil.

community 1.25mg of Fin and 5% topical minoxidil once a day. 8 months progress. Diffuse thinning

in Progress Pictures 458 upvotes 3 years ago

This user experienced improvements in their hair density and texture through the use of finasteride (1.25mg) and minoxidil (5%) applied topically once a day over 8 months, with no reported side effects other than slightly lowered libido.

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