Finasteride — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar)
Drug Class: 5-Alpha reductase inhibitor
Finasteride is a 5-Alpha reductase inhibitor that may affect nutrient status or medication timing in some contexts. WePattern Pattern Health Intelligence maps evidence-qualified nutrient associations, side effects, and interaction context linked to Finasteride.
Reported Nutrient Associations for Finasteride
Peer-reviewed research reports relationships involving the following nutrients. WePattern surfaces them as evidence-qualified associations; they do not establish deficiency, causation, or a fixed timeline for an individual.
- 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
What nutrient associations are reported for Finasteride?
Finasteride has reported nutrient associations involving Zinc, CoQ10, Selenium in clinical research. This does not establish that every person will become deficient or that the medication caused an individual result.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Finasteride?
WePattern maps reported associations involving: Zinc, CoQ10, Selenium. The strength, mechanism, dose, duration, and clinical relevance vary, so a clinician or pharmacist should interpret them in context.
What are the side effects of Finasteride?
Common side effects associated with Finasteride include: Decreased libido; Erectile dysfunction; Reduced ejaculate volume; Breast tenderness; Depression.