Finasteride Lawsuit News

by admin on May 30th, 2011

If you are considering filing a finasteride lawsuit, it’s important to know that you are not alone, and that help is available. For some men who have taken the prescription pill to combat male pattern baldness, the side effects have been detrimental, leaving many people wondering where to turn.

Propecia Background

The FDA approved Propecia, also known by the generic name Finasteride, in 1997. The once-a-day pill is used to slow down the progression of certain types of baldness in men. Male pattern baldness is a loss of hair, particularly on the crown of the head, as well as a recession of the hairline. It is partly the result of genetic disposition and partly the result of the effect a male hormone has on the scalp. This hormone makes the hair follicle smaller, making it more difficult for hair to grow. Propecia blocks that hormone, slowing down hair loss. Its effectiveness on certain types of male pattern baldness has been proven, and the improvement lasts as long as the prescription is used.

Unfortunately, for all the benefits that the drug offers, it also can cause some very significant Propecia side effects.

Propecia Sexual Side Effects

Because Propecia is designed to affect a male hormone, women are strongly warned not to take the drug and particularly not to handle any broken capsules, especially if they are pregnant or could become pregnant.

Other side effects include breast tenderness or growth, testicular pain, and rash. But the most serious complications that have occurred are sexual side effects, including lack of interest in sex and erectile dysfunction.

Merck, which manufacturers Propecia, says that although these side effects may occur, they will also stop once the drug is no longer taken.

However, reports are showing that these side effects may not be at all short term. A recent study showed that 71 men who had taken Propecia and had experienced sexual side effects, continued to experience them for an average of 40 months after the drug was discontinued.

Some countries, such as the United Kingdom and Sweden are changing their labels to acknowledge the long-term threat that Propecia can cause, however, it can be a devastating shock for men who did not envision that the drug could affect their single, married and family life for years.

Filing a Propecia Lawsuit

If you have taken Propecia and have had long-term sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction, decreased arousal or problems with orgasm, you may be interested in your legal options. We are investigating lawsuit claims on behalf of men who have had permanent Propecia sexual side effects as a result of taking this medication. For a free, no-obligation and confidential consultation, contact us today. There is a limited time to file a finasteride lawsuit, so please don’t delay looking into your legal options.