Regular Member CJS Posted December 25, 2007 Regular Member Share Posted December 25, 2007 I have been using 0.5 mg. avodart once every 4 days for 2 years since my last transplant. I also use 5% rogaine every day. ANY AVODART USERS OUT THERE HAVING SEVERE SIDE EFFECTS MAINLY LOW SEMEN LEVELS AND ERECTION PROBLEMS.I WAS TOLD MY BODY WOULD ADJUST TO THE DRUG BUT IT HAS NOT.. AFRAID TO STOP USING AVODART AS HAIR LOSS WILL PROBABLY RESUME. ANY COMMENTS ABOUT THIS GREATLY APPRECIATED.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pawlik57 Posted December 26, 2007 Share Posted December 26, 2007 I have had no adverse effects from avodart and I have been on it for about three years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member MrJobi Posted December 26, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted December 26, 2007 CJ Yes, if you do stop taking it you will lose the benefits gained. Did youu use Propecia before using Avodart? JOBI 1417 FUT - Dr. True 1476 FUT - Dr. True 2124 FUT - Dr. True 604 FUE - Dr. True My views are based on my personal experiences, research and objective observations. I am not a doctor. Total - 5621 FU's uncut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 26, 2007 Share Posted December 26, 2007 CJS, I used Avodart at .5 mg/day for almost a year and did have the exact side effects to which you refer. I'm 42 and recently quit the Avodart and went back to Propecia/Finasteride. A problem with Avodart use is its' long half life. The recovery or ability to return back to normal will take much longer. You basically have three choices: Stop the Avodart and go back to Propecia/Finasteride; stop all meds all together or continue Avodart and make an adjustment by obtaining medicinal assistance (Cialis, Viagra etc.) in helping you overcome the side effects. JMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
breyfogle Posted December 30, 2007 Share Posted December 30, 2007 I was on Avodart for about 2 weeks back in September. I was taking 1.5mm a day and it severely hampered my ability to get and maintain an erection. Now over 3 months later I'm STILL having the problem. Anyone know what the half-life on this stuff is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member notgoing2gobald Posted December 30, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted December 30, 2007 shit! Im staying clear of this stuff. How much more potent is it than fin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member mrkneed Posted December 30, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted December 30, 2007 Isn't avodart much more effective than propecia? My Hair Loss Website - Hair Transplant with Dr. Keene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member notgoing2gobald Posted December 30, 2007 Senior Member Share Posted December 30, 2007 supposed to be, but you better buy a pump and an industrial size bottle of viagra and be cool with that and all of the other sides... not worth the risk in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Byehair Posted January 1, 2008 Senior Member Share Posted January 1, 2008 Mrknned Avodart really hasn't proved to be that much more effectiuve than propecia. But it seems to have very mixed results. Such reports include massive sheds, front hairlines going in a few months, major sexual problems,..... Recently a study showed that sperm counts were massively reduced long term for a fet test patients. I can post some stats if you would like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 1, 2008 Share Posted January 1, 2008 It appears that many more hair loss sufferers are turning to Avodart (dudasteride) for hair loss before first trying Propecia (finasteride). In my opinion, this is not a good idea. Propecia is less potent and approved as a hair loss treatment. Many hair loss sufferers have great success with this hair loss medication especially when combined with Rogaine 5%. In my opinion, this is the best first course of action to try. Only after trying these medications for a year with no success would I even consider recommending consulting with a physician about Avodart. But for those who convinced to try Avodart as a hair loss treatment initially, I encourage you to discuss this with a physician beforehand to learn fully about the benefits, limitations, and potential side effects. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member deano Posted January 4, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted January 4, 2008 CJS, you should stop using Avodart if you're experiencing sexual side effects. Side effects from Avodart are similar to those from Propecia but if they are experienced, they will last in the system for much longer. During the early stages of FDA trials there were cases of DHT levels only returning to 25% of their original levels almost 12 months after having discontinued the intake of Avodart. Therefore if side effects are experienced from Avodart it is possible that they could last for months or even longer. I wouldn't recommend switching to Propecia instead; you body needs a break from internal DHT inhibitors. Don't be too worried about losing your hair, just keep using Rogaine 5% twice daily, Nizoral 2% every third day and Nioxin Cleanser and Scalp Therapy daily (optional) and you shouldn't lose much hair. breyfogle, the half-life of Avodart is up to 6 months after discontinuation of treatment, so it's not uncommon for you to still be experiencing the side effects of Avodart after 3 months. notgoing2gobald, Avodart is three times more potent than Propecia inhibiting the type II enzyme and 100 times more potent than Propecia inhibiting the type I form of the DHT producing enzyme. mrkneed, Avodart has a 50% better regrowth rate than Propecia. As overall DHT is suppressed by >90%, it has the potential to arrest hair loss for as long as it is used. Propecia is said to lose its effectiveness after a number of years, because the DHT left in your system (type I, and >35% type II) is enough to continue the deterioration of hair follicles. For hair loss, take Avodart at your own risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 deano, Whereas I appreciate your post, you are making a number of absolute statements, some of which are contradictory to what I have read and heard from well respected hair restoration physicians.. Are you a physician? If not, please use words like "in my opinion" or elaborate on your sources for the information you have presented. I do agree however, with most of what you have said. Thanks, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member deano Posted January 4, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted January 4, 2008 Well anybody can say they're a physician on the Internet, in either case, most physicians go solely by what they're told from drug studies held and approved by the FDA. If you like you can tell me what you didn't agree with, and I'll reference a few sources in that regard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 deano, You haven't answered my question regarding whether you are a physician or not. I have quoted below the absolute statement I have trouble with: I wouldn't recommend switching to Propecia instead; you body needs a break from internal DHT inhibitors. Don't be too worried about losing your hair, just keep using Rogaine 5% twice daily, Nizoral 2% every third day and Nioxin Cleanser and Scalp Therapy daily (optional) and you shouldn't lose much hair. Many reputable physicians have suggested those who are on Avodart to switch to Propecia in the event they are experiencing side effects rather than taking a complete break from a DHT inhibitor. Therefore your advice contradicts what others have said. I am not saying I disagree entirely with your advice, I'm just wondering on what basis you give this advice. You do appear to have good knowledge of hair loss. So since you are new to this forum as of today, I'm just looking for a little background information. Perhaps you are just a very knowledgable hair loss patient. Thanks, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member deano Posted January 5, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted January 5, 2008 That is indeed my advice. I believe by not using any enzyme inhibiting agents until his recovery, this opens the gates for a faster recovery time. I am not a specialist in dermatology as of yet, I am a student working at St. Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne. No physicians give absolute advice, but as I said, most do leave their own experiences with patients or opinions out of the picture and go by the book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - Seemiller Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Deano, Thank you for the clarification and for your input. Our online community always appreciates knowledgeable members giving of themselves to help hair loss sufferers. Best wishes, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member deano Posted January 5, 2008 Regular Member Share Posted January 5, 2008 Thank you, I appreciate it. Best wishes to you too, Dean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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