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What Is the Evidence for Finasteride Causing Harmful Effects During Pregnancy, and Should a Couple Be Concerned if the Male Partner Is Taking It?

research What is the evidence for finasteride causing harmful effects during pregnancy, and should a couple be concerned if the male partner is taking it?

December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Pregnant women should avoid handling crushed finasteride tablets, but exposure through a male partner's semen is minimal.

research What is the evidence for finasteride causing harmful effects during pregnancy, and should a couple be concerned if the male partner is taking it?

December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Finasteride is risky during pregnancy, but the chance of harm from a male partner taking it is low if handled safely.

research Mäklare tjugofyrasju : En studie om hur mäklare lyckas kombinera arbete och familjeliv

January 2014 in “Theriogenology”

This study found that blocking neurosteroid synthesis in the brain of pregnant sheep elevated HPA axis activity, suggesting neurosteroids play a vital role in moderating stress response.

research Pregnancy Outcomes with Paternal Exposure to Finasteride, a Synthetic 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor: A Case Series

1 citations , January 2015 in “Journal of Clinical Toxicology”

In this study, paternal exposure to finasteride prior to or during pregnancy was linked to a majority of normal full-term births, although some cases resulted in abortions, aligning with previous animal study findings.

research Effect of 1-mg Dose of Finasteride on Spermatogenesis and Pregnancy

11 citations , March 2010 in “International Journal of Andrology”

This article reviews multiple entries on the Androlog blog regarding finasteride use, concluding that a 1-mg dose does not adversely affect spermatogenesis or pose a risk during conception or pregnancy.

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community Finasteride is a risk in pregnancy with unprotected sex

118 upvotes 6 years ago

Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.

community Dutasteride and anal with partner

in Satire 119 upvotes 5 months ago

Using dutasteride anally as a hair loss treatment, with humorous and satirical comments on its effects and implications.

community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 5 months ago

Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

community Boyfriend’s hair transformation in 10 months 🥲

in Progress Pictures 2281 upvotes 1 year ago

A boyfriend's hair improved significantly over 10 months using minoxidil, steroid cream, antihistamine cream, and wild growth oil, with a strict cleaning regimen. His partner's dedicated care contributed to the transformation.

community Reminder: You cannot donate blood if you are taking Fin or Dut

730 upvotes 1 year ago

You cannot donate blood if you are taking finasteride or dutasteride due to potential risks to pregnant women. Finasteride has a shorter wait time to donate blood compared to dutasteride, and both oral and topical forms can disqualify you from donating.

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