research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview, Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Treatment
Various treatments exist for hair loss, but more research is needed for better options.
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research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Narrative Review of Other Treatment Modalities in Androgenetic Alopecia
LLLT is a safe, promising hair loss treatment, but more research needed.
research Female Doping: Observations From a Data Lake Study in the Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa, Finland
Many women who have used performance-enhancing drugs in Finland show high rates of mental health and substance use issues, and most have normal red blood cell counts.
research Finasteride Adverse Effects and Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Implications for Dentists
Finasteride, used for treating hair loss, can cause mental, physical, and sexual side effects, some of which may persist even after stopping the drug, and it can also cause mild to moderate oral issues.
research Post-Finasteride Adverse Effects in Male Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report of Vitiligo
Finasteride may cause vitiligo, sexual issues, and depression; better treatments and predicting side effects needed.
research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride: Could They Be Permanent?
Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
research Hypoactive Sexual Desire and Other Sexual Dysfunctions Caused by Side Effects of Medicines Used to Treat Various Somatic Diseases and for Contraception
Certain medications can reduce sexual desire and function, especially in women.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Finasteride Side Effects and Post-Finasteride Syndrome in Male Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride can cause serious physical, mental, and sexual side effects, even after stopping the treatment.
research A Review of the FAERS Data on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Implications for Postfinasteride Syndrome
The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Therapy: Should Physicians Be Concerned With Persistent Diminished Libido, Erectile Dysfunction, and Depression in a Subset of Patients?
Some patients may experience lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects from 5α-reductase inhibitor therapy.
research Finasteride Drug Safety Alert
Finasteride may cause depression, suicidal thoughts, and sexual side effects.
research Dihydrotestosterone And The Prostate: The Scientific Rationale For 5α-Reductase Inhibitors In The Treatment Of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Drugs that block DHT production can effectively treat enlarged prostate and improve urinary issues with some sexual side effects.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: New Contributions
5-alpha reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction in patients treating enlarged prostate but not in those treating hair loss.
research Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Finasteride
Finasteride helps regrow hair and shrink prostate by reducing DHT, with some sexual side effects.
research Using 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Safely: What Primary Care Physicians Need to Know
5 alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, cognitive, and muscle side effects, and may slightly increase aggressive cancer risk.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Overview
Finasteride can cause side effects, some lasting after treatment ends, and may lead to severe depression or suicidal thoughts.
research Medical Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.
research Associations Between Semen Quality and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Aging Males
The conclusion is that doctors should be careful when prescribing 5α-reductase inhibitors due to possible serious side effects, and they should discuss these risks with patients.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant-Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, And Cosmetics
The document concluded that various dermatological treatments have different effectiveness and side effects, with some causing irritation, allergic reactions, or systemic effects.
research Pharmacological Interventions for Treating Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Some drugs may reduce prostatitis symptoms short-term with few side effects.
research Finasteride in Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause side effects like low libido and dizziness.
research Mesotherapy With Dutasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study in Real Clinical Practice
Mesotherapy with dutasteride effectively treats hair loss with manageable side effects.
research Repurposing Steroidogenesis Inhibitors for the Therapy of Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Promises and Caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Dutasteride
Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.
research Total Prostate Volume as Risk Factor for Semen Pathologies in Aging Male
Larger prostate size in older men may be linked to poorer semen quality and fertility issues.
research Androgen Receptor (AR) Gene (CAG)n and (GGN)n Length Polymorphisms and Symptoms in Young Males With Long-Lasting Adverse Effects After Finasteride Use Against Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.
research Neuroactive Steroid Levels Are Modified in Cerebrospinal Fluid and Plasma of Post-Finasteride Patients Showing Persistent Sexual Side Effects and Anxious/Depressive Symptomatology
Finasteride use changes brain chemicals, causing lasting sexual issues and anxiety/depression.
research Potential Adverse Effects of Long-Term Testosterone Therapy
Long-term testosterone therapy can cause hormone suppression, affect prostate and heart health, and alter physical characteristics, but does not increase prostate cancer risk and needs more research for full risk assessment.