Taking fin while trying to have a baby

[BaldingEagle1]

Hey all,

 

Never been on anything before. Post HT thinking of being on minox + Fin.

 

However, is it safe to be on fin while trying to conceive? Wife looking at 2 kids in 2 years.. I was thinking of taking Rogaine in the meantime if fin is a no go.

 

What are your thoughts?

[Tiger2050]

Perfectly safe, there have never been any reported complications with children conceived on fin but this is a better question for your doctor. There is a lot of fear mongering about fin online and this forum isn’t any different. You can lose a lot of hair in 2 years without fin.

Edited October 15, 2022 by Tiger2050

[splitting hairs]

I researched this extensively a few years back when we were trying for kids.  Basically, the information is based on a study in rhesus monkeys.  

The main reason that warnings are issued is because it could affect the development of male gentilia in a fetus.  Formation of male genitalia happens somewhere between 12-15 weeks of gestation.  

Ultimately,the levels of finasteride in semen are too low to have any real effect.  But just to be safe, we used condoms as soon as my wife became pregnant.  

We now have two healthy boys.  

Best of luck

Edited October 13, 2022 by splitting hairs

[splitting hairs]

https://www.hairtransplantnetwork.com/hair-restoration-patient-shares-his-hair-transplant-surgery-day-experience-dr-feller

Don't know why the title is wrong, but this is the article I read at the time.

[HairEnthusiast101]

6 hours ago, splitting hairs said:

I researched this extensively a few years back when we were trying for kids.  Basically, the information is based on a study in rhesus monkeys.  

The main reason that warnings are issued is because it could affect the development of male gentilia in a fetus.  Formation of male genitalia happens somewhere between 12-15 weeks of gestation.  

Ultimately,the levels of finasteride in semen are too low to have any real effect.  But just to be safe, we used condoms as soon as my wife became pregnant.  

We now have two healthy boys.  

Best of luck

So basically taking fin while trying to conceive will not do anything but after a confirmed pregnancy wearing a condom during that period of time before birth is smart? I always thought the levels of fin in sperm could be transmitted…I didn’t know it had to do with finasteride coming into contact with fetus minths down the line…very interesting. You seem very knowledgeable as well so thank you a million for your analysis and use of support. That was one of my worries that eventually I’d have to come off and even though a week or two is probably fine it does still make you worry if you would go long term without it. I really want to try dutasteride but also worry that since it stays in body longer it may not be worth during that time!

[mr_peanutbutter]

just dont use topical, dont split the pills in a room that is used by your wife

and be aware that finasteride - as long as you take it - will decrease the number of sperms and other fertility factors so it might be hardee to get your wife pregnant

[BaldingEagle1]

gotcha, thanks. 

 

Based on my research, I came to the same conclusion as you. Where conceiving is fine, but after pregnancy is confirmed, either wrap it up or finish outside.

 

Just wanted to confirm and of course will confirm with dr as well.

[Melvin- Admin]

Conceiving is not an issue, though, you want to make sure your partner doesn’t touch the pills. 

[HairEnthusiast101]

50 minutes ago, Melvin- Moderator said:

Conceiving is not an issue, though, you want to make sure your partner doesn’t touch the pills. 

Touch the pills in general like hands etc or through sex?

[BaldingEagle1]

50 minutes ago, Melvin- Moderator said:

Conceiving is not an issue, though, you want to make sure your partner doesn’t touch the pills. 

yeah she takes no pills, so thats a good thing i guess

[Bandit90]

I conceived two children while taking finasteride with no issues. Was just super cautious to ensure my other half didn't touch any pills while pregnant. 

[A Fue Good Men]

I’ve heard numerous cases of patients who conceived while on fin with no issues. However, if you’d like to be cautious, you can take a few months off while you try. Probably wouldn’t hair too much. Ideally, speak to your prescribing physician