research Adverse effects of 5α-reductase inhibitors: What do we know, don’t know, and need to know?
5α-reductase inhibitors may cause persistent sexual dysfunction and depression, needing more research on long-term effects.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultsresearch Review: Adding α1-blockers to 5α-reductase inhibitors improves lower urinary tract symptoms in men
Combining α1-blockers with 5α-reductase inhibitors improves urinary symptoms in men.
research Profound bradycardia after addition of diltiazem to a beta blocker.
Adding diltiazem to a beta blocker can cause dangerously slow heart rates.
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
research The Impact of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitors (5α-RIs) on Male Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
research Comparison of oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride for treating androgenetic alopecia
Dutasteride is the most effective for hair loss but may cause sexual and mental side effects.
research Guidelines on the use of finasteride in androgenetic alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.