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research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome

33 citations , January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This review examines medical literature on postfinasteride syndrome and reports no new results; the authors call for more controlled studies on permanent sexual dysfunction and mood changes linked to 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors.

research Knowledge and beliefs about the use/abuse of oral contraceptive pills among males: A mixed-method explanatory sequential study in community pharmacy settings

3 citations , May 2021 in “PloS one”

This study found that Jordanian males use oral contraceptive pills, particularly for bodybuilding, based on recommendations from gym coaches, highlighting unexpected uses of these medications.

research Awareness of Sudanese Married Women among the Use of Hormonal Contraceptive

1 citations , January 2020 in “Journal of quality in health care & economics”

This study found that while Sudanese women had good awareness of hormonal contraceptives, they lacked knowledge about emergency contraceptives and non-family planning benefits, with side effects like hair loss influencing their attitudes.

research The management and treatment of acne

1 citations , May 2015 in “Primary Health Care”

This article discusses the classification of acne lesions and emphasizes the importance of evidence-based treatment and nursing care, without presenting new research results.

research Signal Detection of Depression and Suicidality Associated with Finasteride and Dutasteride: Updated Pharmacovigilance Evidence and Recommendations for Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment

April 2026 in “Brain Sciences”

This pharmacovigilance study analyzed FAERS data and found that finasteride is more frequently associated with neuropsychiatric reactions like depression and suicide risk, especially in younger men using it for alopecia, compared to dutasteride.

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community Have you noticed any difference in mood or energy since being on fin/dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 25 upvotes 3 years ago

Users discuss effects of Finasteride/Dutasteride on mood and energy. Some experience depression, focus issues, and libido changes.

community Lowering the dosage or stopping?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is considering lowering the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects like mood changes, lower libido, and brain fog, while wanting to maintain hair regrowth. A suggestion was made to try a lower dose of finasteride, such as 0.2 mg.

community Success with low dose topicals?

8 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses switching from oral dutasteride to low-dose topical treatments due to side effects, with users sharing experiences using topical finasteride and dutasteride. The focus is on balancing hair regrowth with minimizing side effects like reduced libido and mood changes.

community 4 months on oral dutasteride + one month and 3 weeks on topical minoxidil 5%

in Progress Pictures 22 upvotes 4 months ago

A 21-year-old is using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil 5% to treat hair loss, noticing reduced shedding and new hair growth, especially around the hairline. They experience mood changes as a side effect of dutasteride and are hopeful about continued progress with this treatment combination.

community Is there new research about pumpkin oil as a DHT blocker (2026)?

11 upvotes 4 months ago

Pumpkin seed oil is considered a weak DHT blocker compared to finasteride and dutasteride, with some users reporting side effects like mood changes and reduced libido. Despite some anecdotal benefits for urinary issues, it is not effective for hair loss, and finasteride is preferred by some users for its lack of side effects.

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