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research The risk of psychiatric disorders in finasteride users with benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia: A population‐based case–control study

August 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that finasteride users had a very low rate of psychiatric side effects, with no significant increase in BPH patients and a slight increase in anxiety and depression among AGA patients.

research Risk of Psychiatric Disorders following Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study

101 citations , May 2014 in “PLOS ONE”

This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of developing depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and sleep disorder compared to those without the syndrome.

research Re: The risk of psychiatric disorders in finasteride users with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA): A population‐based case–control study

November 2024 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This article critiques a study on finasteride use among individuals with benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the flawed methodology and potential confounding effects of hair loss on mental health, which confuses interpretation of psychiatric risk.

research All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality Risks Associated With Alopecia Areata

19 citations , May 2019 in “JAMA dermatology”

This study found that patients with alopecia areata had an increased risk of mortality from self-harm, psychiatric diseases, and lung cancer compared to the general population.

research STEROIDS AND STEROID-LIKE COMPOUNDS

55 citations , July 1999 in “Clinics in Sports Medicine”

This review discusses recent data on the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids and other steroid compounds and reports no new clinical results.

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

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 106 upvotes 5 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.

community Publication concludes finasteride is a associated with a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction.

345 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride is not linked to a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction; this figure applies only to those already experiencing sexual issues. Most users do not have side effects, and the study's methodology is criticized for selection bias.

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 11 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 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 Using RU-58841 to Reverse Hair Loss and Balding — My Results, Review, and Where I Buy My RU-58841

45 upvotes 7 years ago

RU58841 is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with concerns about potential heart risks and systemic side effects. Some users suggest trying FDA-approved treatments like finasteride first, while others debate the safety and cost-effectiveness of RU58841.

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learn Finasteride

Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

learn Dutasteride

5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

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