Discussions tagged “Finasteride”

I've been taking Finasteride 5mg for the past six months to treat my BPH, and while it has helped with my urination issues, I've also experienced some side effects. I wanted to start this thread to share my experience, learn from others, and discuss the potential long-term effects. My doctor assured me that the side effects are usually temporary, but I'm still concerned about the possibility of persistent sexual side effects. Has anyone else had a similar experience? How did you cope with the side effects?

I've been considering Propecia to deal with my receding hairline, but I'm really worried about the side effects. I keep seeing horror stories online about erectile dysfunction and even breast growth! I've read the pamphlet and the FDA warnings, but I'd love to hear some real-life experiences. Has anyone here tried Propecia and had serious side effects? If so, how long did they last and were they worth it for the hair regrowth? Also, how common are these side effects really? I'm really on the fence about this.