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.
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research Finasteride linked with suicidal ideation/self-harm
Finasteride may increase risk of suicidal thoughts and self-harm.
research Benefit-Risk Assessment of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Implications for Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons
GLP-1 RAs help with diabetes and skin issues but can cause skin reactions and surgery challenges.
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 and Suicide: A Postmarketing Case Series
Finasteride may increase suicide risk; more research needed.
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5 / 171 resultscommunity Male pattern baldness, and mental health
A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.
community U.S Court let Merck hide secrets about Finasteride.
Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.
community The ANSM is trying to ban Finasteride
France is considering reviewing finasteride and dutasteride due to concerns about their safety, but a ban in the EU is unlikely due to regulatory hurdles. Many users express frustration over the potential ban, emphasizing the effectiveness of finasteride for hair loss and criticizing the influence of anecdotal evidence on public health policy.
community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said
The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.
community If you're sitting there wondering, "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?" then read my advice here. I've been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)
Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
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