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How common are sexual side effects with propecia (finasteride)?
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Very uncommon…: According to drugs.Com. Reports of decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, & ejaculation disorders were comparable to those taking placebo in the study.
Answered 9/26/2014
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2 percent: Literatute shows that sexual side effects occur in 2% of men taking propecia (finasteride). Most went away when they stopped taking the medication.
Answered 2/18/2013
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