Does finasteride cause impotence?

Written by Dr. Christian Drerup

Updated on 16 May 2026

A minority of men experience sexual side effects, such as reduced libido or erectile problems. In most cases these resolve after stopping the medication; in individual reports they persisted longer. If such symptoms are troubling you, discuss them with a doctor rather than changing your use on your own.

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