research Adverse Effects of Finasteride: Myths and Realities. An Updated Review
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
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research Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: A Critical Review. Part V: Alpha-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs
α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
research Finasteride Nano-Transferosomal Gel Formula for Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: Ex Vivo Investigational Approach
NTF gel improves finasteride delivery for hair loss treatment, reducing side effects.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Current Perspectives
Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Gender Minority Patients
AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
research The Role of Topical Finasteride in Hair Loss Management: Current Evidence and Future Perspectives
Topical finasteride might help with male hair loss with fewer side effects than pills, but more research is needed.
research Chronic Treatment with Finasteride Daily Does Not Affect Spermatogenesis or Semen Production in Young Men
Finasteride doesn't harm male fertility or sperm quality, but may slightly reduce ejaculate volume.
research Controversies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Diagnosing and treating PCOS is complex due to differing criteria and requires a team approach.
research Androgenic Alopecia: The Risk–Benefit Ratio of Finasteride
Patients should discuss risks with doctors before using finasteride for hair loss.
research Comparative Studies on Polyamine Levels in Plasma and Urine of Androgenic Alopecia Patients Treated with Finasteride for a Period of Three Years
Finasteride treatment for three years changes certain polyamine levels in the blood but not in urine.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase as a Novel Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia and Other Neuropsychiatric Disorders
S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
research Finasteride for Treatment of Refractory Hemospermia: Prospective Placebo-Controlled Study
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Androgens in Women: Hormone-Modulating Therapies for Androgen-Mediated Cutaneous Disorders
Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Recommendations of the Polish Dermatological Society
Use trichoscopy to diagnose hair loss; treat with minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride; consider platelet-rich plasma and spironolactone.
research Urticarial Rash Due to Finasteride
Finasteride can cause skin rash.
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 A Role for Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 1 in Vascular Remodeling During Endometrial Decidualization
The enzyme 5α-reductase is important for proper blood vessel development during the fertility-related transformation of the uterus lining.
research The Potential Involvement of Cholinergic System in Finasteride Induced Cognitive Dysfunction
Finasteride might affect memory by impacting cholinergic system.
research Penile Vascular Abnormalities in Young Men with Persistent Side Effects After Finasteride Use for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Solution of 0.25% Finasteride Admixed with 3% Minoxidil vs. 3% Minoxidil Solution in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride and minoxidil mix works better for hair growth than minoxidil alone, with similar safety.
research Determination of Finasteride and Its Metabolite in Urine by Dispersive Liquid-Liquid Microextraction Combined with Field-Enhanced Sample Stacking and Sweeping
New method accurately measures finasteride and M3 in urine, helping evaluate pharmacokinetics.
research Persistent Sexual Side Effects of Finasteride: Could They Be Permanent?
Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
research Male Pattern Baldness: Causes, Treatments, and Future Prospects
Most American men experience hair loss by age 50, with limited effective treatments available and new options not expected soon.
research Adverse Effects with Finasteride 5 mg/Day for Patterned Hair Loss in Premenopausal Women
Taking 5 mg/day finasteride can cause side effects in women with hair loss, but these are usually mild and fade over time, making the treatment beneficial in the long run.
research Finasteride and Male Breast Cancer: Does the MHRA Report Show a Link?
No definitive link between finasteride and male breast cancer, but further research is needed.
research Safety Concerns Regarding 5α Reductase Inhibitors for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
5α reductase inhibitors treat hair loss but may cause sexual side effects and risks.
research Current Standards in the Diagnostics and Therapy of Hair Diseases - Hair Consultation
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing hair diseases, and psychological support for patients is important.
research Randomized Questionnaire-Based Case-Control Research Study on Evaluation of Sexual Function in Indian Patients Taking Oral Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride doesn't negatively affect sexual function in Indian men with hair loss.
research The Effectiveness of Combination Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Combination therapies work better than single treatments for hair loss.