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research Abstract 4142154: Risk of Suicide, Hair Loss, and Aspiration with Glucagon-like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Study from the FAERS database
GLP1-RAs may have higher reports of suicide and hair loss, but no strong evidence links them to these issues.
research The Relationship Between Depression Levels and Suicide Risk in Pediatric Patients with Alopecia Areata and the Oxidant-Antioxidant Balance
Oxidative stress may play a role in alopecia areata, but depression and suicide risk are similar to healthy peers.
research Finasteride Use: Evaluation of Depression and Suicide Risk
Finasteride use may increase depression and suicide risk, especially at 1 mg, so monitoring is advised.
research Isolated depressive disorders and suicidality with finasteride use for androgenetic alopecia: a call for enhanced vigilance
Finasteride use for hair loss may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, requiring careful monitoring.
research Suicidal risk associated with finasteride versus dutasteride among men treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia: nationwide cohort study
Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.
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5 / 162 resultscommunity Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.
community Dermatologist says finasteride is no longer prescribed after apothecaries warning (Austria)
In Austria, finasteride prescriptions are restricted due to suicide risk concerns, with new prescriptions only for current users. Alternatives like topical finasteride, dutasteride, and online purchases face legal challenges.
community My Dermatologist wants me to take Dut because Fin has too many risks?
A dermatologist recommended switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to concerns about finasteride's side effects, despite the user not experiencing any. The user is considering transitioning strategies, including stopping finasteride immediately or overlapping both medications.
community Publication concludes finasteride is a associated with a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction.
Finasteride is not linked to a 60% risk of persistent sexual dysfunction; this figure applies only to those already experiencing sexual issues. Most users do not have side effects, and the study's methodology is criticized for selection bias.
community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.