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Severe Hair Loss Associated with Psychotropic Drugs in Psychiatric Inpatients—Data from an Observational Pharmacovigilance Program in German-Speaking Countries

research Severe hair loss associated with psyc hotropic drugs in psychiatric inpatients—Data from an observational pharmacovigilance program in German-speaking countries

5 citations , August 2018 in “European Psychiatry”

In this large multicenter study, severe hair loss related to psychotropic drug treatment was very rare but occurred more frequently in female patients, with valproic acid showing the highest risk.

research Advancements in Drug Repurposing: Examples in Psychiatric Medications

1 citations , July 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

In this study, the researchers reviewed psychiatric drugs approved between 2002 and 2022 to analyze trends in drug repurposing, finding an increased application of repurposing methods, especially through fixed-dose combinations, and highlighting technologies like SmartCube® to predict efficacy from animal models.

research Psychological and psychiatric characterization of various groups of drugs users

5 citations , October 2022 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences”

This study found that opiate use was particularly associated with personality and behavioral disorders, while cannabis and legal highs were linked to psychotic disorders, and legal highs with schizophrenia.

Drug-Induced Acne: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

research Drug-induced acne

52 citations , October 2016 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review discusses various drugs that can cause drug-induced acne, noting specific clinical and histopathologic features, but reports no new clinical findings.

research (719) Signal Detection of Depression and Suicidality With the 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Evidence from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) Database

June 2026 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

This study found that psychiatric adverse drug reactions were more frequently reported with finasteride than with dutasteride, but it remains unclear if there is a causal relationship.

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community Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm

in Research/Science 183 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.

community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

494 upvotes 10 months ago

Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?

in Chat 123 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.

community Is this real chat? Finasteride -> fountain of youth and longevity drug?

559 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is discussed as a hair loss treatment with benefits like reduced prostate enlargement and skin aging, but it is not seen as a "fountain of youth." Users report mixed experiences, including side effects like decreased libido and dry eyes.

community Heads up for EU Fin users: Finasteride prescription has been toughened up in France

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 106 upvotes 4 months ago

Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.

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