research Beliefs and Counseling Practices Among Dermatologists Regarding Sexual and Other Adverse Effects of Finasteride
Many dermatologists believe finasteride can cause sexual side effects and counsel patients about them.
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150-180 / 1000+ results research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It's Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research Sexual Problems of Men With Androgenic Alopecia Treated With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research Cognitive and Mood Side Effects of Lower Urinary Tract Medication
Some medications for bladder problems can cause memory issues or mood changes, and doctors should monitor these side effects.
research Risk of Erectile Dysfunction Associated with Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or Alopecia: Population-Based Studies Using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink
Taking 5-α reductase inhibitors for prostate enlargement or hair loss does not significantly raise the risk of erectile dysfunction.
research Treatment Options for Alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Management of Cutaneous and Extracutaneous Side Effects of Smoothened Inhibitor Therapy for Advanced Basal Cell Carcinoma
The document concludes that side effects from Smoothened inhibitor drugs for skin cancer are reversible and can be managed with a team approach to maintain quality of life.
research Tamsulosin Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Risk of Severe Hypotension in Men Aged 40-85 Years in the United States: Risk Window Analyses Using Between and Within Patient Methodology
Tamsulosin for enlarged prostate may increase the risk of severe low blood pressure, especially when starting or restarting the medication.
research Neuroactive Steroid Levels and Psychiatric and Andrological Features in Post-Finasteride Patients
Post-finasteride patients show changed neuroactive steroid levels, possibly causing erectile dysfunction and depression.
research Venous Thromboembolism and Women's Health
Women have a higher risk of blood clots from hormonal factors and need careful treatment, especially during pregnancy.
research Association Between Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nightmare Disorder, and Incident Herpes Zoster
People with obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to get herpes zoster, but nightmares don't affect the risk.
research Therapeutic Options and Perspectives in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
The document concludes that more research is needed on treatments for hair loss in both men and women, especially on medication combinations and their benefits.
research Sensitization and Clinically Relevant Allergy to Hair Dyes and Clothes from Black Henna Tattoos: Do People Know the Risk? An Uncommon Serious Case and a Review of the Literature
Black henna tattoos can cause severe allergies to hair and textile dyes, and there's a need for greater public awareness and regulation.
research FASCE: The Benefit of Spironolactone for Treating Acne in Women - Study Protocol for a Randomized Double-Blind Trial
The trial aims to test if spironolactone is an effective acne treatment for women without the side effects of current treatments.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Enduring Sexual Dysfunction After Treatment With Antidepressants, Finasteride, and Isotretinoin
The document sets criteria for diagnosing long-term sexual dysfunctions caused by certain medications.
research Guidelines on the Use of Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Baricitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Baricitinib helps regrow hair in adults with severe alopecia better than a placebo and is approved for treatment, but long-term effects are still unknown.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Real or Myth?
Post-finasteride syndrome is rare but serious and should be taken seriously.
research Analysis of Finasteride Treatment and Its Withdrawal in Rat Hypothalamus and Hippocampus at Whole-Transcriptome Level
Finasteride treatment in rats changed the expression of genes related to psychiatric and neurological functions, and these changes persisted after stopping the drug.
research Sex-Related Differences in the Pharmacological Response in SARS-CoV-2 Infection, Dyslipidemia, and Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review
Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
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research The Evaluation of JAK Inhibitors on Effect and Safety in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 2018 Patients
JAK inhibitors help hair regrowth in alopecia areata but have a high risk of side effects.
research Unmet Medical Needs in Chronic, Non-Communicable Inflammatory Skin Diseases
There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.
research Diuretics
Diuretics can cause serious side effects and should be used carefully.
research Interventions for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Network Meta-Analysis
No single treatment is clearly effective for central serous chorioretinopathy.
research The Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator GTx-024 (Enobosarm) Improves Lean Body Mass and Physical Function in Healthy Elderly Men and Postmenopausal Women: Results of a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase II Trial
Enobosarm significantly increased muscle mass and improved physical function in elderly men and postmenopausal women without serious side effects.
research Oral Presentations: Abstracts of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand Annual Scientific Meeting, Melbourne, Australia
Urologists should monitor mental health in patients taking finasteride due to potential links to suicidal thoughts, adjusting dosage or stopping use if necessary. More research is needed to confirm if finasteride causes these thoughts.
research Fatigue, Alopecia, and Stomatitis Among Patients With Breast Cancer Receiving Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 4 and 6 Inhibitors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Breast cancer patients taking CDK4/6 inhibitors are more likely to experience fatigue, hair loss, and mouth sores.
research Postmarketing Surveillance of New Antiepileptic Drugs: The Tribulations of Trials
Monitoring new epilepsy drugs after they're sold is crucial to find rare and long-term side effects that initial tests might miss.