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I have become sick after taking the hairloss drug Propecia. If you know someone who is taking this drug please share my story. Propecia lowers DHT all over the body and not just on the scalp. DHT is the most important hormone to a man. It is found everywhere in a man’s body. After taking Propecia I suffered severe side effects that were not on the drug label and have ruined my life. My testosterone is now at the level of a 100 year old man, I am unable to get an erection and my genitalia has shrunk in size due to the DHT being cut off in my sex organs. My Doctor tells me I could also get Heart Disease and Osteoporosis because of what’s happened to me. Currently there is no treatment that will make me better.
You can read about the importance of DHT to a man here so you know I am not making these things up.
In a recent court case Merck the drug makers of Propecia have been hiding the real side effects of this drug for the past 20 years in order to make a profit. The US courts have agreed to seal the court documents so the public cannot find out that Merck has been hiding the real side effects.
Propecia also permanently lowers the brains neurosteroids and can leave you with brain damage, severe depression and suicidal ideation. It is this damage to the brain that is believed to have resulted in over 60 recorded suicides, however that number is considered to be in the hundreds. Taking Propecia is no different than playing Russian Roulette, if it hits you bad you will be left wanting to kill yourself. Robin Williams the Hollywood actor began taking Propecia before he committed suicide.
The number of men who could have Post Finasteride Syndrome relating to taking Propecia could be between 100,000 and 1 million. This is potentially a very serious medical problem that is being ignored by the medical community. Propecia is quite possibly the most dangerous drug on the planet right now. If you are taking this drug please be careful and report any symptoms to your GP.
Please share my story on your social media platforms and encourage others to do the same. You do not want any of your loved ones, family or friends to get sick or commit suicide from getting Post Finasteride Syndrome.
I am part of a 5,000 group of men who have this devastating condition that is being covered up so that a drug company may profit from the lives of innocent people.
Sorry you went through this. I have heard many negative things about finasteride (propecia). What many people don't know is that the side effects can last long after one quits the drug. I have read of something that could possibly be of help to you. There is a substance called Proviron, which is basically a tablet containing a methylated DHT. It is known to offer all the benefits of DHT, including cognitive and libido enhancing. There have been some studies showing that in small doses, it has been safe to use for periods of time. It isn't as suppressive to your own testosterone output as other hormones and steroids. Some people just use it on it's own or combine with testosterone replacement therapy. Supposedly Proviron in small doses doesn't cause as much hair thinning as you would think from a DHT like substance. Bodybuilders have used it for years with their steroid cycles to keep their libido working since those drugs can cause one to lose sexual function.
Anyhow, thanks for sharing your story and I hope you can resolve your issues. Sometimes the body, over time, will start producing your own DHT again. How it long that will take is unknown. Look also into HCG and that is something that stimulates your own testes to produce more testosterone and DHT.
I am not a doctor of course, and you should only listen to medically competent professionals to treat any medical condition.
DHT is created from testosterone. Finasteride (Propecia) inhibits this conversion, which lowers the impact of DHT on hair loss, but can also interfere with normal function, as you know.
If you consult with a specialist, you may find that Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT), which involves increasing your current testosterone levels by injection or other means, will provide enough testosterone to bring back your normal DHT levels and normal function. This would tie you to weekly testosterone medication essentially forever, but it might also relieve your issue.
You probably know about this, but if not, I suggest looking into it. A low testosterone level can be corrected. It's an approved medical treatment, but does require a diagnosis. Your regular doctor may be able to refer you to an appropriate specialist.
Good luck.
Bob.
When one door closes, another opens.
-- Cervantes, Don Quixote
Proviron is a Schedule III controlled substance in the United States, and, unlike some drugs on that list, is not FDA approved for any medical condition, so it can't even be prescribed in the US.
I believe things are different in England, but check with a doctor.
HCG is available by prescription (again, in the US) as part of testosterone replacement therapy, again, from a specialist.
You can get anything if you want it, of course, but medication should come from a prescription from someone who is qualified to diagnose and recommend treatment.
I do think the OP can find a way to improve this, but it may take some effort and perseverance.
Bob.
When one door closes, another opens.
-- Cervantes, Don Quixote
Victim here too. I took it 20 yrs ago for some time, and again 10 yrs ago when I stopped, feeling side effects clearly, which some I’ve experienced since then.
I’ve resigned to take any more chemical drugs. To counter-balance low testorene levels, you can research some natural food supplements for a small benefice. First the basics to cover any defficiency : vitamin D3 (if not getting enough sunlight), algae oil (omega 3), ZMA (Zinc, Magnesium) then experiment with D-aspartic acid, fenugreek, mucuna pruriens, tongkat ali, tribulus terrestris to name a few. Lastly, high-intensity workout
You're correct. I only mentioned those substances since he said there was no treatment for his condition..and I figured that's what his doctors may have told him. Sometimes..doctors are not always knowledgeable about hormones (unless you find a really good one) and was giving him some options to bring up with his doctor. I don't use any of these things so I was not familiar with the legal status in his country. I know when some people can not get any results from their doctor, they will sometimes find other ways.
I'm sure you're right. I was trying to tiptoe around being critical of the doctor, but actually, there certainly is a treatment for not having enough natural DHT: get some outside testosterone. It's legal and medically approved too. At least a different doctor might be of help here.
Right on this too.
Bob.
When one door closes, another opens.
-- Cervantes, Don Quixote
How the absolute F*** are they allowed to get away with this?? And the courts cover it up? Unbelievable.
Recently watched a documentary called 'stink' which covers something very similar. Good luck with this I hope you manage to sort it out.
i use to work with a few guys who took it and they all complained of similar symptoms, I do know that they all had a ton of hair but the other issues would out weight having hair in my opinion.
Sorry to hear you are having issues, wish nothing but the best for you moving forward
-P
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