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research The Therapeutic Use of Androgens in Women
Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
research Decreased Allopregnanolone Induced by Hormonal Contraceptives Is Associated with a Reduction in Social Behavior and Sexual Motivation in Female Rats
Hormonal contraceptives may reduce social behavior and sexual motivation by lowering allopregnanolone levels.
research The Effects of Perinatal Androgen Deprivation on Sexual Motivation in Male Rats
Blocking androgens at birth reduces sexual motivation in male rats.
research The Effect of Perinatal Blockade of Androgen Receptors on the Expression of Hypothalamic Estrogen Receptor-A and Sexual Motivation in Male Rats
Blocking androgen receptors early in life increases estrogen levels and reduces sexual motivation in male rats.
research The Rationale for Physiological Testosterone Replacement in Women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity About 10 months on fin and 7 months using min
A user shared progress pictures after 10 months on finasteride and 7 months using minoxidil, noting some hair shedding. Their routine includes oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, red light therapy, rosemary mint shampoo, and dermarolling.
community 25 years on finasteride - my experience
A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
community This sub after taking Finasteride for one day
The conversation humorously discusses the side effects of finasteride, particularly sexual dysfunction. Users share mixed experiences, with some reporting issues and others not.
community Some Motivation for You All | Fin + Min Daily since early 2022
The post is about a user's successful hair regrowth over a year using daily finasteride and minoxidil. The user initially applied minoxidil twice daily, then reduced to a few times a week, and took oral finasteride every morning without side effects.
community If you’re on the fence about Finasteride, don’t wait!
Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.