Finasteride, a medication, is being re-evaluated for its effects and uses.
5-ARI therapy may help prevent prostate cancer progression.
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June 2018 in “Urology” The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
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October 2020 in “Brain Research Bulletin” Etifoxine, an anxiety drug, can lessen brain inflammation and cognitive issues in mice, partly by increasing production of protective brain steroids.
Stopping Seroxat (paroxetine) treatment ended hair loss in a woman.
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in urology” The new saw palmetto extract effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and may be as good as standard treatments.
February 2026 in “PubMed” Finasteride withdrawal causes anxiety-like behavior in male rats.
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June 2019 in “Journal of Neuroendocrinology” Isoallopregnanolone may be a safe and effective treatment for reducing tics in a mouse model of Tourette syndrome.
April 2021 in “Reactions Weekly” Finasteride increases risk of depression, possibly suicidal thoughts, and sexual dysfunction.
Men with sexual side effects from finasteride may face higher risks of depression and suicidal thoughts.