12 citations,
March 1995 in “Journal of the American Chemical Society” Finasteride modifies 5-alpha-reductases through a two-step process, affecting inhibitor potency and possibly causing side effects.
12 citations,
January 1993 in “PubMed” 
12 citations,
August 2000 in “Fertility and Sterility” Topical finasteride doesn't reduce DHT levels, hinting at an endocrine role in hair loss.
11 citations,
August 2019 in “BMJ” Post-finasteride syndrome causes sexual, physical, and psychological symptoms, but more research is needed to understand its causes and connection to finasteride.
11 citations,
December 2018 in “Journal of Dermatology” Finasteride effectively treats hair loss in Korean men for at least 5 years, with V type responding better.
11 citations,
February 2018 in “Archives of Pharmacal Research” Finasteride reduces melanin production, possibly treating hyperpigmentation and melanoma, but needs more safety research.
11 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” The true incidence of post-Finasteride syndrome is unclear, and more research is needed.
11 citations,
January 2018 in “Asian Journal of Andrology” Dutasteride caused more penile tissue changes than finasteride, possibly increasing erectile dysfunction risk.
11 citations,
October 2015 in “Dermatology and therapy” Finasteride doesn't negatively affect sexual function in Indian men with hair loss.
11 citations,
August 2015 in “PLOS ONE” Finasteride affects brain stress and enzyme activity differently in various regions, possibly helping with liver-related brain issues.
11 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry” Finasteride's solubility and bioavailability improved by forming solid dispersions and inclusion complexes.
11 citations,
April 2011 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics” Anionic liposome formulations of finasteride may effectively treat hair loss with fewer side effects.
11 citations,
March 2010 in “International Journal of Andrology” Finasteride 1-mg doesn't harm sperm or pregnancy chances.
11 citations,
July 2008 in “European Journal of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics” Finasteride helps reduce pain and inflammation in animals.
11 citations,
January 2006 in “Analytica Chimica Acta” Validated method reliably measures finasteride in tablets using liquid chromatography.
11 citations,
February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology” Taking Propecia might lead to the development of cataracts.
11 citations,
May 2002 in “The Journal of Urology” Finasteride doesn't harm bone density in older men with BPH.
11 citations,
November 2001 in “Journal of Chromatography B: Biomedical Sciences and Applications” Finasteride and analogues separated using LC-MS-MS technique.
11 citations,
October 1994 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride increases hair growth, prolongs hair cycle, and lowers dihydrotestosterone levels.
11 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical finasteride is an effective and safer treatment for male hair loss.
10 citations,
February 2021 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Chitosan-decorated finasteride nanosystems improve skin retention and could be a better treatment for hair loss.
10 citations,
October 2020 in “Microscopy and Microanalysis” Resveratrol helps prevent finasteride-induced damage in male rats, improving reproductive function.
10 citations,
May 2019 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Finasteride may cause kidney damage.
10 citations,
February 2019 in “Toxicological Sciences” Finasteride exposure affects gene expression and anogenital distance in male rat fetuses.
10 citations,
January 2019 in “in Vivo” Finasteride boosts stem cell signals for hair growth.
10 citations,
December 2018 in “Medical Science Monitor” The MAPK/ERK pathway is crucial in controlling cell growth and death in finasteride-induced hypospadias.
10 citations,
January 2017 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Finasteride may cause vitiligo, sexual issues, and depression; better treatments and predicting side effects needed.
10 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride's effectiveness for frontal fibrosing alopecia is uncertain.
10 citations,
September 2015 in “Folia Histochemica Et Cytobiologica” Finasteride treatment in male rats can reduce fertility and affect sperm development in their offspring.
10 citations,
February 2015 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis” Finasteride's polymorphic form affects capsule quality and drug effect, requiring strict control.