Does Finasteride help with mood?
Possibly — but there are few reports. 9% of 11 people who reported on Finasteride for mood say it improved. 0% noticed no change and 91% say it got worse.
Mood: what users report
9%better11 reports · few reports
1 better0 no change10 worse
What people say about Finasteride and mood
“It did wonders for my hairline and I’m probably never gonna stop taking it but I feel asexual and dead inside.”
“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.”
“I detect a significant brain fog, mood alteration, and just a general 'off' feeling. After much deliberation, it's just not worth it.”
“I’ve been on it 4 months. No loss of libido, and has actually helped my mental health as I’m not thinking about my hair all day.”
What the research says
AResearch: Strong113 meta-analyses · 332 trials on PubMed
None of the top reviews we found look specifically at mood. See all research on Finasteride.
Side effects people mention
erectile dysfunction 14brain fog 10sexual dysfunction 6low libido 4depression 4
What else is Finasteride used for?
Based on few reports — treat as anecdotal. Information only — not medical advice. How we count