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research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction and Depression in Finasteride Users for Male Pattern Hair Loss: A Serious Concern or Red Herring?

10 citations , December 2014 in “PubMed”

Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause sexual dysfunction and depression, but these effects are usually temporary and the drug is generally safe. More research is needed.

research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database

May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Finasteride and dutasteride increase sexual dysfunction reports.

research Altered Methylation Pattern of the SRD5A2 Gene in the Cerebrospinal Fluid of Post-Finasteride Patients: A Pilot Study

8 citations , July 2019 in “Endocrine connections”

Finasteride affects SRD5A2 gene pattern, possibly causing lasting side effects.

Effects of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride on Serum Levels of Gonadal, Adrenal, and Hypophyseal Hormones and Its Clinical Significance: A Prospective Clinical Study

research Effects of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride on Serum Levels of Gonadal, Adrenal, and Hypophyseal Hormones and Its Clinical Significance: A Prospective Clinical Study

56 citations , April 1998 in “Steroids”

Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.

Suicidal Risk Associated With Finasteride Versus Dutasteride Among Men Treated for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Nationwide Cohort Study

research Suicidal Risk Associated With Finasteride Versus Dutasteride Among Men Treated for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Nationwide Cohort Study

1 citations , March 2023 in “Scientific Reports”

Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.

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community Study of thousands of Fin users over 20 years finds no evidence of Fin induced sexual dysfunction

in Research/Science 368 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.

community An Experiment Using Microneedling and Essential Oils & Vitamins

in Microneedling 8 upvotes 4 years ago

A user is trying to reverse hair loss using vitamins E and D, jojoba oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to use Alpecin shampoo and will provide updates on the effectiveness of this regimen.

community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 6 years ago

A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

community Finasteride - impact on Neurosteroids, which yes, \are important and not a garbage hormone

in Research/Science 163 upvotes 3 months ago

Finasteride may affect neurosteroids, impacting mood and sexual function, with varied user experiences. Some report side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction, while others find it effective for hair retention or prefer alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments.

community Finally, some real breakthroughs. A comparison of the two leading baldness treatments: PP405 versus ABS-201

in Technology 102 upvotes 6 days ago

PP405 and ABS-201 are promising treatments for male pattern baldness. PP405 shows rapid hair growth in human trials, while ABS-201 shows significant regrowth in animal studies but is still in early human trials.

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