Finasteride — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar)
Drug Class: 5-Alpha reductase inhibitor
Inhibits conversion of testosterone to DHT. Used for male pattern hair loss (1mg) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (5mg). Requires 3-12 months for visible results. Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Medication and Nutrition Context
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Common Side Effects of Finasteride
- Decreased libido
- Erectile dysfunction
- Reduced ejaculate volume
- Breast tenderness
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Testicular pain
Key Drug Interactions — Finasteride
Finasteride has 4 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Dutasteride
- Saw palmetto
- St. John's Wort
- Alpha-blockers
Frequently Asked Questions
What nutrient associations are reported for Finasteride?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Finasteride?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
What are the side effects of Finasteride?
Common side effects associated with Finasteride include: Decreased libido; Erectile dysfunction; Reduced ejaculate volume; Breast tenderness; Depression.