Discussions tagged “Finasteride”

I've been taking Finasteride 1mg tablets for the last six months to combat male pattern hair loss. I've noticed some slowing down in hair loss, but I'm not sure if I see any real regrowth yet. Has anyone else been on this journey and seen similar results? I'm curious about others' experiences with this medication. I know it's supposed to take several months to see results, and I'm hoping that continuing to use it will show more benefits. I've also been keeping an eye out for any side effects, but so far, I've only experienced some mild tiredness. I'm hoping to hear from others who have been on Finasteride for a similar amount of time and can share their experiences and any tips they might have.

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.