Finasteride and Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) is reported as a side effect among people who take Finasteride (finasteride), especially for people who are male, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for 10+ years also take Fosamax, and have Rheumatoid arthritis.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) when taking Finasteride. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 42,469 people who have side effects when taking Finasteride from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Finasteride?

Finasteride has active ingredients of finasteride. It is often used in prostate examination abnormal. eHealthMe is studying from 44,177 Finasteride users. Check the latest studies of Finasteride.

What is Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)?

Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) (an autoimmune or connective tissue disease. it is characterized by thickening of the skin) is found to be associated with 495 drugs and 857 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma).

On Jul, 23, 2026

42,469 people reported to have side effects when taking Finasteride.
Among them, 11 people (0.03%) have Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma).

Could Finasteride cause Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)?

Among these 11 people:

How long have people been on Finasteride when they have Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)? *

What is the gender of people who have Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) when taking Finasteride? *

female: 0.0 %
male: 100 %

What is the age of people who have Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) when taking Finasteride? *

What are other drugs people take besides Finasteride? *

What are other side effects people have besides Systemic sclerosis (scleroderma)? *

Dyspnea (difficult or laboured breathing): 5 people, 45.45%
Anaemia (lack of blood): 3 people, 27.27%
Hypotension (abnormally low blood pressure): 3 people, 27.27%
Haemoglobin Decreased: 3 people, 27.27%
Gastric Ileus (normal gastric movement is stopped): 3 people, 27.27%
Lung Disorder (lung disease): 3 people, 27.27%
Malaise (a feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness): 3 people, 27.27%
Mental Status Changes (general changes in brain function, such as confusion, amnesia (memory loss), loss of alertness, loss of orientation): 3 people, 27.27%
Nausea (feeling of having an urge to vomit): 3 people, 27.27%
Nausea And Vomiting: 3 people, 27.27%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Rheumatoid Arthritis (a chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints): 4 people, 36.36%
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension (primary high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of your heart): 3 people, 27.27%
Androgenetic Alopecia (common form of hair loss): 2 people, 18.18%
Prostatic Disorder: 1 person, 9.09%
High Blood Cholesterol: 1 person, 9.09%
Fluid Retention (an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the blood): 1 person, 9.09%
Blood Pressure Abnormal: 1 person, 9.09%
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (a chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness): 1 person, 9.09%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Fouda AM, Bazeed AM, "Hematuria and Hematospermia Associated with the Use of Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report", Drug Safety-Case Reports, 2017 Dec .
Fouda AM, Bazeed AM, "Hematuria and Hematospermia Associated with the Use of Finasteride for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report", Drug Safety-Case Reports, 2017 Dec .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on finasteride (the active ingredients of Finasteride) and Finasteride (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

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