Anyone who had eliminated side effects of finasteride with lower dose

[chrisis]

A couple people on this forum don't mean jack amongst millions

You betray your bias right here. Enough men have experienced side effects to convince this legal firm to publish a pamphlet about it:

http://www.ihlaw.com/content/propecia-lawsuits-0

It's great you've not (yet?) had any side effects (that you've at least noticed), but stop letting your personal experience cloud your ability to think rationally and misinform men who you may inadvertently harm.

[2020]

google these:

Lipitor lawsuit
Advair lawsuit
Viagra lawsuit
.......

every drug is being sued!!

here you go: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_bestselling_drugs

try to find a drug without any ongoing lawsuits and active forums where people claim that their lifes were ruined by that drug....

[StressedToTheBald]

You betray your bias right here. Enough men have experienced side effects to convince this legal firm to publish a pamphlet about it:

http://www.ihlaw.com/content/propecia-lawsuits-0

It's great you've not (yet?) had any side effects (that you've at least noticed), but stop letting your personal experience cloud your ability to think rationally and misinform men who you may inadvertently harm.

And its not the only one.
Here is an excellent article :

http://injurylawsuitnews.com/2012/02/propecia-sexual-side-effects-can-last-a-lifetime/

Propecia Sexual Side Effects Can Last a Lifetime
February 13th, 2012 | Posted in Propecia Lawsuits

A number of patients have been filing Propecia lawsuits after discovering side effects associated with the hair loss drug. These patients have chosen to contact a Propecia lawyer after experiencing long-lasting side effects such as Propecia erectile dysfunction and other sexual side effects associated with the hair loss drug.

Propecia linked to permanent conditions
Propecia, or finasteride, was introduced to the United States’ pharmaceutical market in 1992 as a prostate drug, but was later approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in the treatment of male pattern baldness. As use of the medication became more widespread, more and more men began reporting side effects, including Propecia sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, testicular pain, impaired sexual sensation, and decreased semen output. These conditions can not only have a profound effect on the self esteem of a patient but can also be permanent in many men.

A number of studies have shown a definitive link between Propecia and sexual side effects, and some studies have indicated that almost 40 percent of men could experience Propecia sexual side effects while taking the medication. A 2003 study showed that about half of men who develop sexual side effects associated with Propecia will continue to suffer from them long after they discontinue use of the medication.

Permanent side effects lead to Propecia lawsuits
A number of men have taken steps towards filing Propecia lawsuits, and now drug maker Merck finds itself at the center of a number of plaintiffs seeking compensation for their drug-related side effects. One Propecia lawsuit was brought in 2011 by an Ohio man who began experiencing Propecia side effects after taking the medication in 2001. Paul Richmond, according to the lawsuit filed by his Propecia lawyer, not only experienced sexual side effects but also cognitive impairment and depression, two side effects that have also been linked to Propecia.
Another lawsuit was brought by plaintiff Michael Zocchi, who claims that Merck did not adequately warn patients about the risk of developing erectile dysfunction and other long-lasting conditions.
It is still unclear how many Propecia lawsuits have resulted in settlements from Merck, but the pressure on the drug maker continues to build as more and more Propecia patients become plaintiffs.

[chrisis]

every drug is being sued!!

So what? A group of people tried to sue McDonalds.

It's not simply about whether Propecia is going to court, it's about the uncertainty as to the safety of the drug in general. Going to court is part of that investigation and litigation process.

Nobody knows if the 2% figure is right, but indications (and my personal experience) suggest it isn't. Merck have already been wrong about whether the side effects could be permanent in some men, and had to revise their warning label. It's possible they will have to revise it again, if they're lucky enough to keep it on the market.

[2020]

So what? A group of people tried to sue McDonalds.

the point is that lawyers will attempt to sue ANYONE if there is a possibility that the other side will settle.

Nobody knows if the 2% figure is right, but indications (and my personal experience) suggest it isn't.

what indications.... some blog?? Do I have to refer you to PubMed again?

I said it before:
ONLY PEOPLE WITH SIDE EFFECTS COMPLAIN ON THE INTERNET!!!
PEOPLE WITHOUT SIDE EFFECTS STAY QUIET.

^ with that in mind, it's understandable why there is so much negative info about this drug. Why can't you understand that?

[chrisis]

ONLY PEOPLE WITH SIDE EFFECTS COMPLAIN ON THE INTERNET!!!
PEOPLE WITHOUT SIDE EFFECTS STAY QUIET.

This is just not true.

I came to this forum before I even tried the drug. I had no side effects for at least 2 months until I noticed them creeping up on me a few weeks ago. I now acknowledge the side effects as being real and more than placebo. If it was just a placebo effect the side effects would have kicked in when I started taking the drug, NOT 2-3 months later out of the blue.

There will be plenty of people who experience side effects who go to their doctor, rather than post on a forum.

[chrisis]

It's also fact that a lot of men don't like to visit their doctors or talk openly about medical stuff, therefore they may be a large number who stop taking Propecia without reporting the side effects.

There may also be a group of men who think it's a compromise and again, don't report the side effects.

There will be men who don't notice, may think they're just getting old.

Fact of the matter is you're guessing and you don't know enough to advise on the safety of this drug.

[2020]

ok.... so if you took Propecia and it worked for you(no side effects), what would be the reason to post about it on the Internet? What would you even say? "Hi, my name is bob and I had no side effects while on Propecia!".... no.

However, if you do get side effects you would post about it on the Internet!
You now have questions: are those side effects permanent? should I reduce dosage? what are the alternatives to Propecia?
People with side effects HAVE A REASON to post about it because they need further help.

Is it that hard to believe that millions of people are taking this pill everyday and don't say anything to anyone?

[chrisis]

ok.... so if you took Propecia and it worked for you(no side effects), what would be the reason to post about it on the Internet? What would you even say? "Hi, my name is bob and I had no side effects while on Propecia!".... no.

Isn't this exactly what you're doing?

[2020]

I was just banned on this forum.

yeah, I reported you many times.

Obviously freedom of speech does not apply here, only insults and promoters of hazardous drugs.

freedom of speech.... you were spewing nonsense! You were doing harm to this forum and that's why you got banned.

[2020]

Isn't this exactly what you're doing?

not really... I might have mentioned that I'm currently on Propecia without side effects but that's it.
I'm only here to research hair loss treatments and help other people.

[Jcm800]

For what it's worth, I've been in touch with a guy for about four years who has been taking Finasteride. He just mailed me today with an ever depressing update and he is having suicidal thoughts, he's in a right state. I really feel for the guy. He took the plunge back then and I didn't.
He's on anti depressants now and his Dr doesn't know what the hell is going on with him.
Lately I've been contemplating Fin, but his plight scares the life out of me.
If only Fin wasn't Russian roulette.

[chrisis]

Has he gone off the propecia now, JCM800?

[Jcm800]

He took his last tab first week in Jan apparently. he's had 'fits',is emotional, has a constant weird metallic taste in his mouth-and has had enough. Lost his job, ever spiralling downfall.

I recall he used to be upbeat but not now. Said he's had his bloods done and nothing is showing up. Dr has recommended if anti depressants don't help next stop is a neurologist for further investigation.

Seems to me he was going downhill steadily over the last year.

I'm neutral- not pro or bashing Fin, just wish it was fkn less risky.

[chrisis]

That's sad to hear

Mine have just been related to my libido. I do feel a bit down, but that's down to my hair!