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Does Finasteride help with libido?

Usually not. 4% of 27 people who reported on Finasteride for libido say it improved. 4% noticed no change and 93% say it got worse. That is below the typical result for libido (88% across 33 options).

Libido: what users report
4%better27 reports · medium confidence
1 better1 no change25 worse

Ranked #33 of 33 for libido.

What people say about Finasteride and libido

“It did wonders for my hairline and I’m probably never gonna stop taking it but I feel asexual and dead inside.”
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“I generally didn’t see any major side effects with finastride except for way less sensitivity and way worse orgasms.”
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“I know many are aware Finasteride reduces DHT and thus can create sexual dysfunction. However, it is also capable of disrupting ALLO, and some researchers believe this is why Finasteride can induce anxiety and depressive behavior.”
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“I detect a significant brain fog, mood alteration, and just a general 'off' feeling. After much deliberation, it's just not worth it.”
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What the research says

AResearch: Strong113 meta-analyses · 332 trials on PubMed

Side effects people mention

erectile dysfunction 14brain fog 10sexual dysfunction 6low libido 4depression 4

What else is Finasteride used for?

Information only — not medical advice. How we count

Does Finasteride help with libido? 4% of 27 users say yes — PlainPill