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More About Propecia

Propecia belongs to a class of drugs called 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, which works by inhibiting the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body, causing the hair follicle to shrink and leading to baldness. In doing so, Propecia helps to slow or stop the hair loss in men in the hairline and top of the head. While often effective in treating baldness in men, this drug has been connected to severe sexual side effects, including permanent sexual dysfunction, breast cancer and prostate cancer.

Signs & Symptoms

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has found that a wide range of sexual side effects occur when using Propecia. Men taking the drug have been found to experience testicular pain, erectile dysfunction, breast enlargement, male breast cancer, male infertility or poor quality of semen, and prostate cancer. In some cases the lesser side effects can eventually subside or leave the patient after a period of months or even years after stopping use of Propecia. However, the more severe side effects caused by Propecia can be permanent and sexual function never returns to normal. While Merck has always known that there is a risk of adverse sexual experiences in users of Propecia, they failed to disclose that these side effects can persist even after discontinued use of the drug.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis will depend upon the symptoms that the user of Propecia is experiencing. Male breast cancer and prostate cancer are often diagnosed through biopsy. Regular checkups and screenings by your doctor while taking Propecia can determine if you are experiencing these symptoms as a result of taking this drug. If you are taking Propecia and experiencing any negative sexual side effects, reach out to your medical professional. If you or a loved one has experienced suffering due to using Propecia, you might be entitled to financial compensation. Let Lawsuit Winning help get you the financial compensation that you deserve – complete the free and easy claim review form today.