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Is finasteride bad for your brain?
These studies demonstrate direct evidence to suggest that finasteride has effects on 5α-reductase in the brain. There is also ample evidence of adverse psychological or mood effects of finasteride following its discontinuation.
How bad are the side effects of finasteride?
What Are Side Effects of Propecia?
- impotence,
- loss of interest in sex,
- trouble having an orgasm,
- abnormal ejaculation,
- swelling in your hands or feet,
- swelling or tenderness in your breasts,
- dizziness,
- weakness,
Is finasteride safe to use?
Currently, studies show that finasteride is safe to use over the long term. For example, a study from the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial of almost 19,000 men who had taken finasteride for seven years concluded that there is “little need to worry” about any long-term consequences from finasteride.
Does finasteride shorten your life?
The generic drug finasteride indeed reduces the risk of prostate cancer in men by at least about one-third, but has no impact on their lifespans, according to results of an 18-year follow-up study published online today in The New England Journal of Medicine.
Does finasteride cause dementia?
The Journal of Neurological Sciences found higher risks of dementia during the first two years of 5-alpha reductase inhibitor therapy, but no increased risk after that. After experiencing (or reading about) some of these side effects, some men will want to cut off their finasteride treatment.
Should I start finasteride?
It’s best to start using finasteride, as well as other hair loss medications, as soon as you notice that you’re losing your hair. The earlier you start, the more effective finasteride generally is at stopping your hair loss from getting worse.
Does finasteride cause shrinkage?
In some men, this can cause severe sexual side effects, including erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, decreased semen volume, gynecomastia (growth of male breast tissue), and more. Many men are reporting that they have also suffered genital shrinkage after taking finasteride.
What happens if I stop finasteride?
It will increase testosterone levels in the body, which decreases prostate size and increases hair growth on the scalp. The effect of finasteride on the prostate and scalp will only last as long as the medicine is taken. When it is stopped, the prostate begins to grow again and the hair will be lost.
What are the risks and dangers of finasteride?
Finasteride may cause common side effects such as abnormal ejaculation or impotence. An overdose of finasteride may cause complications like difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, or a seizure. An overdose of the drug may also cause an allergic reaction.
How ‘dangerous’ is finasteride?
Taking finasteride may increase the risk that you will develop high-grade prostate cancer (a type of prostate cancer that spreads and grows more quickly than other types of prostate cancer). Talk to your doctor about the risks of taking finasteride.
Does finasteride have serious side effects?
Finasteride may also increase hair growth. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
What happens if you stop taking finasteride?
In general, men who benefit from finasteride will notice some increased shedding starting 6-12 weeks after stopping the drug. After 9 months hair will return to pre-treatment density. Anxiety is common in the general population and individuals experiencing anxiety may wish to speak with a physician.