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What Are The Uses And Side Effects Of Finax Tablet ?

I got information that the common Side effects of Finax tablet (finasteride) are decreased libido, ejaculatory dysfunction, decreased ejaculate amount, breast enlargement, etc. So my question is that, will a person can become normal after stop using this tablets or minoxidil.
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Hi & Welcome.

I can understand your concern regarding the safety of the given medications in your query.

Finax (Finasteride) is an 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which is commonly used in the treatment of benign prostatic enlargement & androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness).

By inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, it prevents the conversion of male hormone Testosterone into its active form Dihydrotestosterone.

The side effects listed in your query are due to less formation of the active male hormone Dihydrotestosterone are usually reversible upon discontinuing Finax. However, in some men, the side effects may persist even after stopping treatment.

Minoxidil (which acts by dilating the blood vessels of the skin) is usually prescribed in the form of lotion or foam or drops to help hair growth in the treatment of male pattern baldness. I
ts main side effects are mainly localized in the form of burning, stinging, or redness at the application site.

Its use is not associated with the side effects listed in your query.

Hope this answers your query.
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What Are The Uses And Side Effects Of Finax Tablet ?

Hi & Welcome. I can understand your concern regarding the safety of the given medications in your query. Finax (Finasteride) is an 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor which is commonly used in the treatment of benign prostatic enlargement & androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness). By inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, it prevents the conversion of male hormone Testosterone into its active form Dihydrotestosterone. The side effects listed in your query are due to less formation of the active male hormone Dihydrotestosterone are usually reversible upon discontinuing Finax. However, in some men, the side effects may persist even after stopping treatment. Minoxidil (which acts by dilating the blood vessels of the skin) is usually prescribed in the form of lotion or foam or drops to help hair growth in the treatment of male pattern baldness. I ts main side effects are mainly localized in the form of burning, stinging, or redness at the application site. Its use is not associated with the side effects listed in your query. Hope this answers your query. A feedback is appreciated.