The Association of Medications and Supplements With Human Male Reproductive Health: A Systematic Review
October 2023
in “
Fertility and Sterility
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research Androgenetic Alopecia: Effects of Oral Finasteride on Hormone Profile, Reproduction, and Sexual Function
Finasteride safely treats hair loss without harming hormones or reproduction, but may slightly reduce sexual function.
research Finasteride Use in the Male Infertility Population: Effects on Semen and Hormone Parameters
Finasteride can reduce fertility in some men, but stopping it increases sperm count.
research Finasteride-Induced Secondary Infertility Associated with Sperm DNA Damage
Finasteride use may cause sperm damage and infertility, stopping it can improve sperm health.
research Finasteride-Associated Male Infertility
Finasteride may cause male infertility, stopping it can help.
research Propecia-Induced Spermatogenic Failure: A Report of Two Cases
Stopping finasteride improved sperm counts in two men, reducing the need for fertility treatments.
research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition with Dutasteride and Finasteride on Semen Parameters and Serum Hormones in Healthy Men
Dutasteride and finasteride may reduce sperm count and volume but don't affect movement or shape; effects are reversible after stopping.
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.