Propecia Erectile Dysfunction Permanent

The ads are enticing. Men who are losing hair can halt those signs of male pattern baldness by taking a pill once a day to grow longer, thicker hair. The pill is the prescription medicine Propecia, and although it can grow hair, it can also cause Propecia erectile dysfunction permanent side effects.

Baldness and Propecia

Many men begin to lose their hair as they age. Male pattern baldness is the term used to describe hair loss, most typically on the crown of the head. A family history of baldness and sensitivity to a specific male hormone can increase the chance of hair loss.

Propecia is a medicine that blocks that hormone that shrink the hair follicles, which then made it more difficult for hair to grow. Approved by the FDA in 1997, Propecia has been successful in slowing down or reversing male pattern baldness in many men.

What are the Propecia Side Effects in Men?

Because Propecia targets the male hormone, it affects sex organs and other parts of the body. Men who use Propecia may notice breast enlargement or tenderness. More disturbingly, some may experience sexual dysfunction, including decreased libido, erectile dysfunction and difficulty reaching orgasm.

Although the manufacturer of Propecia, Merck, says that these symptoms will stop once the medicine is discontinued and leaves the body, emerging studies are showing that for some men, these sexual side effects are long lasting and may be permanent.

For men who take Propecia, some as young as 18, the potential of long-term sexual dysfunction could mean years of problems affecting relationships and the potential for starting a family.

Merck also says that short-term sexual symptoms only affect a very small percentage (2%) of Propecia users, but recent studies of the clinical trials indicate that as many as 15% of Propecia users could be affected. And, as more men take the medicine, the potential number of people affected increases.

Who Do I Talk to About Problems with Propecia?

If you are having Propecia sexual side effects while using this medication or after discontinuing it, talk with your doctor. Some doctors are just learning of these emerging studies regarding the long-term side effects of the medication, but your physician can recommend the best medical course of action for you.

Merck Propecia Lawsuits
You may also want to consider your legal options. We are currently investigating Propecia lawsuit claims from men who believe they were not fully informed of the long-term side effects that Propecia could cause. If you would like to explore your legal options, we can help. Contact us for a no cost, no-obligation and confidential consultation today.