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research Inhibitors of 5α-reductase-related side effects in patients seeking medical care for sexual dysfunction.

13 citations , November 2012 in “PubMed”

This study found that in men with sexual dysfunction, use of 5ARI may reduce sexual drive and spontaneous erections without worsening pre-existing erectile or ejaculatory issues.

research Oral Finasteride Presents With Sexual-Unrelated Withdrawal in Long-Term Treated Androgenic Alopecia in Men.

3 citations , October 2015 in “PubMed”

This study found that sexual side effects occurred in a small percentage of patients using combined finasteride and minoxidil, but these were not common reasons for discontinuing treatment.

research Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: a Critical Review. Part V: α-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs

15 citations , November 2015 in “Pharmacopsychiatry”

This review discusses sexual dysfunction as a side effect of α-blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH/LUTS, highlighting methodological flaws in existing studies and the need for more rigorous research.

research Associations between semen quality and lower urinary tract symptoms in ageing male

October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health”

This study found that adolescent men in Ireland are more likely to prefer keeping a baby over abortion in a hypothetical unplanned pregnancy, influenced by their anticipated regret and perceived familial attitudes.

research The influence of secoisolariciresinol diglusoside on non-emasculated rat in BPH

January 2009 in “Journal of Jilin Medical College”

This study found that SDG did not significantly affect prostate weight in rats with BPH, but it may reduce serum PAP activity and alter prostate tissue changes induced by Testosterone Propionate.

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community Ejaculation Changes After 3.5 Months on Finasteride: Seeking Tips

in Finasteride 118 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing reduced climax sensation and decreased volume while on Finasteride for hair loss. They are considering whether lifestyle changes or time might improve these side effects.

community Exercising completely negated my finasteride sides.

5 upvotes 6 years ago

Exercise improved minor side effects of finasteride, such as reduced ejaculatory volume and depression, and also helped with gyno. Running and push-ups were particularly effective, leading to increased ejaculatory volume and improved mental clarity.

community If you were on finasteride, but experiencing negative symptoms and didn’t know about PFS, would you want someone to tell you?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 months ago

Finasteride users discuss potential side effects, including Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS), with varying opinions on its legitimacy and impact. Some users report side effects like changes in semen consistency and reduced pre-ejaculate, while others emphasize the rarity and reversibility of side effects.

community Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 148 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.

community Does the watery ejaculate issue ever resolve?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 100 upvotes 7 months ago

Dutasteride and finasteride can cause watery ejaculate, which may persist for some users. Zinc supplements or switching to topical treatments are suggested to alleviate this side effect.

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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

learn Botox

Can Botox reduce chronic hair shedding? Whether Botox reduces chronic shedding is unknown: one very small 2022 trial in telogen effluvium had no placebo arm, and the blood-flow theory is unproven. Scalp Botox for hair loss is off-label, and all botulinum toxin products carry an FDA boxed warning.

learn Cetirizine

How does cetirizine reduce inflammation linked to hair loss? Cetirizine is proposed to lower prostaglandin D2 and raise prostaglandin E2 around hair follicles; three small trials of a compounded 1% topical report modest increases in hair density and shaft thickness, with minoxidil doing better head-to-head. Topical cetirizine is off-label and unapproved for hair loss, and the evidence is too thin to call it effective or safe.

learn Folic acid

Can folic acid help reduce hair loss in men and women, and how should it be taken? Correcting a confirmed folate deficiency is reasonable, but no published trial shows folic acid supplementation reduces hair loss on its own; the evidence is a few small observational studies and reviews that call for proper trials.

learn Ginkgo biloba

Can ginkgo biloba reduce scalp inflammation that contributes to hair loss? There is no human evidence that ginkgo reduces scalp inflammation or helps hair loss. Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk and interact with medicines, so talk to a doctor or pharmacist first.

learn Hyaluronic Acid

Can hyaluronic acid help reduce scalp irritation from medical treatments like minoxidil? Untested. A plain moisturizer may ease dryness, but persistent itching or rash on minoxidil should be checked by a doctor, as it can be an allergy.

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