Propecia and Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism is reported as a side effect among people who take Propecia (finasteride), especially for people who are male, 40-49 old, have been taking the drug for 10+ years also take Proscar, and have Androgenetic alopecia.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism when taking Propecia. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 9,411 people who have side effects when taking Propecia from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Propecia?

Propecia has active ingredients of finasteride. It is often used in hair loss. eHealthMe is studying from 9,757 Propecia users. Check the latest studies of Propecia.

What is Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism?

Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (reduction or absence of hormone secretion or other physiological activity of the gonads (testes or ovaries) due to a problem with the pituitary gland or hypothalamus) is found to be associated with 46 drugs and 180 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.

On Jul, 20, 2026

9,411 people reported to have side effects when taking Propecia.
Among them, 43 people (0.46%) have Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.

Could Propecia cause Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism?

Among these 43 people:

How long have people been on Propecia when they have Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism? *

What is the gender of people who have Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism when taking Propecia? *

female: 2.33 %
male: 97.67 %

What is the age of people who have Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism when taking Propecia? *

What are other drugs people take besides Propecia? *

What are other side effects people have besides Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism? *

Erection Problems: 42 people, 97.67%
Depression: 31 people, 72.09%
Weight Increased: 24 people, 55.81%
Libido Decreased (loss of interest in sex): 24 people, 55.81%
High Blood Pressure: 23 people, 53.49%
Blood Testosterone Decreased: 22 people, 51.16%
Back Pain: 22 people, 51.16%
Stress And Anxiety: 22 people, 51.16%
Fatigue (feeling of tiredness): 20 people, 46.51%
Loss Of Libido (loss of sexual urge): 19 people, 44.19%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Androgenetic Alopecia (common form of hair loss): 16 people, 37.21%
Enlarged Prostate: 4 people, 9.30%
High Blood Pressure: 2 people, 4.65%
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (a condition in which stomach contents leak backward from the stomach into the oesophagus): 2 people, 4.65%
Depression: 2 people, 4.65%
Urinary Retention (the inability to completely or partially empty the bladder): 1 person, 2.33%
Oral Herpes (viral infection of mouth): 1 person, 2.33%
Hypothyroidism (abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland, resulting in retardation of growth and mental development): 1 person, 2.33%
Bipolar Disorder (mood disorder): 1 person, 2.33%
Alopecia Areata (patchy baldness that typically begins with rapid hair loss): 1 person, 2.33%

* 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 Propecia) and Propecia (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?

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