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January 2016 in “Reactions Weekly” No clear link found between finasteride and suicidal thoughts or actions.
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October 2004 in “Pharmacotherapy” Peginterferon alfa-2b and ribavirin therapy for hepatitis C can cause serious side effects, some different from those reported in clinical trials.
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May 2021 in “JAMA Dermatology” Finasteride use may be linked to hair loss, depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
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June 2025 in “European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Finasteride may increase the risk of suicidality and depression, especially in younger people.
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