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Glossary Post-Finasteride Syndrome

condition with persistent side effects after stopping finasteride

Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is a condition that some individuals experience after discontinuing the use of finasteride, a medication commonly prescribed for hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia. Symptoms can include persistent sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairments, which may continue for months or even years after stopping the drug. The exact cause of PFS is not well understood, and it remains a topic of ongoing research and debate within the medical community.

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research 004 Post Finasteride Syndrome: is Dutasteride Unfairly Accused?

April 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

This report analyzed an FDA adverse event database and aimed to evaluate and describe post-finasteride syndrome potentially related to dutasteride, but it does not report new clinical findings.

research Post-finasteride syndrome: a surmountable challenge for clinicians

30 citations , January 2020 in “Fertility and Sterility”

This review discusses the evidence for post-finasteride syndrome as a condition potentially induced by finasteride and dutasteride, associating them with sexual dysfunction, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation in a subset of men, and reports no new clinical results.

research Atypical post-finasteride syndrome: A pharmacological riddle

8 citations , May 2016 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology”

This case report describes an atypical postfinasteride syndrome in a patient treated with both dutasteride and finasteride for androgenic alopecia, highlighting its multisystem involvement and irreversible nature.

research MP89-08 POST-FINASTERIDE SYNDROME: REAL OR IMAGINED?

2 citations , March 2016 in “The Journal of Urology”

This study found that the 1 mg dose of finasteride was associated with a wide range of adverse effects, including sexual, psychological, and metabolic symptoms, in the FAERS data.

research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Post-finasteride syndrome: a surmountable challenge for clinicians.

May 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”

This article evaluates clinical and scientific literature on post-finasteride syndrome, concluding that finasteride and dutasteride may cause persistent sexual, neurological, and physical adverse side effects in a subset of men.

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community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 2 years ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community if Post Finasteride Syndrome is real. Why is it only the negative effects and not positive have log term effect?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 63 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.

community White Rice Lowers DHT and might cause post finasteride syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 years ago

White rice may lower DHT and potentially cause symptoms similar to post-finasteride syndrome. The user experienced muscle wasting, depression, and other symptoms after consuming large amounts of white rice.

community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

138 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 52 upvotes 3 years ago

The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

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learn Dutasteride

Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

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