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A member asked:

I know propecia (finasteride) can cause sexual dysfunction, but is there any possibility it can lead to fertility problems in men?

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Infertility: Infertility is one of the adverse effect of propecia (finasteride).

Dr Lin and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/2/2012

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Yes: Check out https://online.epocrates.com/noframe/showpage.do?method=drugs&monographid=1961&activesectionid=5 which lists "male infertility" as a serious reaction. http://www.drugs.com/sfx/propecia-side-effects.html doesn't list infertility directly but does report abnormal ejaculation & decreased ejaculatory volume which may lead to infertility.

Dr Honore agreed

Answered 11/2/2012

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Hi. I'm a 19 years old male. I'm losing my hair due to male pattern baldness. Can finasteride halt my sexual development as i might be into late stages of puberty? Thanks.

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Please respond. Are DHT blockers like saw palmetto and propecia (finasteride) safe for men? Will that cause libido problems? Or does it just depend? I'm confused.

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