Finasteride — Nutrient Depletion & 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.
Nutrients That Finasteride May Deplete
Long-term use of Finasteride is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Zinc
- CoQ10
- Selenium
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
Does Finasteride deplete nutrients?
Yes. Finasteride has been associated with depletion of Zinc, CoQ10, Selenium based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Finasteride deplete?
Finasteride is associated with lower levels of: Zinc, CoQ10, Selenium. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Finasteride?
Common side effects associated with Finasteride include: Decreased libido; Erectile dysfunction; Reduced ejaculate volume; Breast tenderness; Depression.