I've been thinking about trying propecia, however the horror stories (ED, brain fog, etc..) scare me away. What are your personal experience with patients taking it? Thank you
April 18, 2017
Answer: Propecia is a very good FDA approved treatment for hair loss for the appropriate male patient Propecia is a very good FDA approved treatment for hair loss for the appropriate male patient. It blocks DHT and prevents or reverses the miniaturization of hairs in thinning and balding areas. Its important to note that side effects can occur in approximately 2% of the patients that take the medication. The most common side effect is decreased sex drive. In most instances this side effect is reversible with discontinuation of the medicine, although there has been some reports of patients claiming persistent side effects. Before starting any prescription medication the patient should have a full evaluation by a listening physician, as well as a complete understanding of what the medication does. This would include any contraindications and side effects.
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April 18, 2017
Answer: Propecia is a very good FDA approved treatment for hair loss for the appropriate male patient Propecia is a very good FDA approved treatment for hair loss for the appropriate male patient. It blocks DHT and prevents or reverses the miniaturization of hairs in thinning and balding areas. Its important to note that side effects can occur in approximately 2% of the patients that take the medication. The most common side effect is decreased sex drive. In most instances this side effect is reversible with discontinuation of the medicine, although there has been some reports of patients claiming persistent side effects. Before starting any prescription medication the patient should have a full evaluation by a listening physician, as well as a complete understanding of what the medication does. This would include any contraindications and side effects.
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April 17, 2017
Answer: Finasteride, is it worth the risk? My patients have used finasteride since the late nineties, almost 20 years. It has been certainly the most effective and reliable medical treatment available during this time. However, I have had the predictable 2% who have sexual dysfunction, usually decreased labido who upon stopping the drug reversed in 1-4 weeks back to "normal". In my opinion it is very rare to experience "permanent" sexual side effects as mentioned in the FDA label. I personally took it for 10+ years with no side effects and still prescribe it if patients are willing to accept a small amount of risk.
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April 17, 2017
Answer: Finasteride, is it worth the risk? My patients have used finasteride since the late nineties, almost 20 years. It has been certainly the most effective and reliable medical treatment available during this time. However, I have had the predictable 2% who have sexual dysfunction, usually decreased labido who upon stopping the drug reversed in 1-4 weeks back to "normal". In my opinion it is very rare to experience "permanent" sexual side effects as mentioned in the FDA label. I personally took it for 10+ years with no side effects and still prescribe it if patients are willing to accept a small amount of risk.
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