Finax (Finasteride): what are the side effects?

In some uncommon cases, taking Finax has been linked to feelings of depression. If you experience low mood after you start Finax, you should stop taking it immediately. Seek medical help, especially if you’re thinking of harming yourself.

Some people taking Finax find it harder to get or maintain an erection (ED). This might be because Finax reduces the levels of DHT in your body.

A 2021 meta-analysis of 73 different studies found that only 2.1% to 3.8% of people experienced sexual side effects when taking Finasteride. Of this small number, ED was the most common effect and usually got better by itself with time.

Some men taking Finax worry about their fertility. However, the actual risk seems to be low. A study on men taking 1mg of Finasteride per day for 48 weeks found there was no significant change in the numbers of sperm, their speed or their health. It’s also important to remember that fertility can decrease naturally as you get older.

If you already have poor fertility or you’re planning a family now, it might not be the best time to take Finax. Finasteride can reduce the amount of semen you produce, though studies suggest it will go back to normal when you stop taking the tablets.

Finax isn’t known to cause any eye problems. One study found that some people who had taken Finasteride also had vision problems. But the study only used a small number of participants and it didn’t come to the conclusion that there was a link between the two .

Finasteride has been shown to be an effective treatment for some patients with a rare eye disorder called central serous chorioretinopathy . But for most people, Finax won’t affect their eyes either way.

Finax has sometimes been linked to rashes or flushes. These are small, reddish areas on your skin or scalp that may sometimes be itchy. They should resolve on their own in a short time.

If a rash is very painful or itchy, growing in size or is accompanied by other worrying symptoms, you could be having an allergic reaction. Stop taking Finax and seek medical attention straight away.

High blood pressure hasn’t been reported as a risk of taking Finax. In fact, because too much DHT is associated with pressure on the heart , Finasteride might lower blood pressure. Studies in mice have also shown Finasteride even lowered their blood pressure and improved their heart function.

Finasteride allergies are very rare, but allergic reactions to any substance are possible. If you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to Finasteride before, tell your doctor and don’t keep taking the medication. If you’ve had an allergic reaction to another medicine, tell your prescriber so they can help you decide if Finax is right for you.

Post-finasteride syndrome is a name given by some former users of Finasteride to experiences they’ve had after stopping treatment. Some of these people feel they have worse sexual and psychological health due to Finasteride, even years after they last used it.

Post-finasteride syndrome is a controversial term and it’s not recognised by the medical community. Current research has not found a link between Finasteride and these long term problems.

The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) made a task force to look into reports of post-finasteride syndrome. They put out a statement in 2011 that there was nothing to suggest a link between Finasteride use and long-term sexual side effects.

Sexual side effects after taking Finasteride have been reported by some people. However, this data is based on self-reported symptoms. Sexual problems, such as ED, are common and treatable.

Sexual side effects of Finasteride are also rare even during treatment. Further studies are being carried out into Finasteride to make sure its long-term safety is as strong as previous studies have indicated.