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November 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety”
Common acne treatments can cause various sideeffects, like skin irritation and more serious issues, but combination therapies are often more effective and better tolerated.
A user experienced erectile issues after 7 months of using Finasteride and sought advice. Responses varied, with some suggesting breaks and others sharing similar sideeffects or dismissing concerns.
Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual sideeffects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.
The user is experiencing sideeffects from fluridil after switching from finasteride due to severe sideeffects. They are uncertain whether to continue with fluridil, considering it might be their body adjusting, a nocebo effect, or a permanent issue.
The user started using topical finasteride three days ago alongside minoxidil and is experiencing testicular pain, which they believe is a nocebo effect. They are anxious about the dosage and seeking advice on whether increasing the application frequency affects the overall dosage.