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Effectiveness of Propecia by Condition

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Propecia, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Confidence	10%	0%	80%	0%	10%
Coordination/Motor Skills	10%	0%	90%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	10%	0%	70%	0%	20%
Energy	10%	0%	90%	0%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	10%	0%	70%	10%	10%
Pain	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Patience	0%	0%	90%	0%	10%
Sexual Health	9.1%	9.1%	54.5%	0%	27.3%
Skin Complexion	10%	0%	90%	0%	0%
Sleep	10%	0%	90%	0%	0%
Stress Level	10%	0%	70%	10%	10%

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Commonly Reported Propecia Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Anxiety	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Depression	66.7%	0%	0%	0%	33.3%
Fatigue	90%	0%	0%	0%	10%
Mood Swings	66.7%	0%	0%	0%	33.3%
Redness	85.7%	0%	0%	0%	14.3%
Sexual Dysfunction	0%	25%	25%	25%	25%

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Less Commonly Reported Propecia Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Change in Sex Drive	70%	0%	10%	0%	20%
Change in Weight	90%	0%	0%	0%	10%
Depression	0%	0%	0%	0%	100%
Hair Growth	50%	0%	25%	25%	0%
Scalp Irritation	50%	25%	0%	25%	0%

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User Comments about Propecia

01 Dec 2009	I believe its a good drug on the market. It has been successful. The thing that I like the least about it is that its very dependent. Not sure if I have to quit, what route I would have to take. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
05 Sep 2009	This drug causes severe and permanent side-effects. I strongly urge everyone to avoid this drug at all costs. Merck is lying right through their teeth about the safety of this drug. If you have hair loss, just shave your head and that's it! Do not destroy your body by going on these pills. Any doctor who continues to prescribe these pills and doesn't report adverse reactions to it should face the full force of the law!!!! —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
18 Aug 2009	THIS DRUG SHOULD NOT BE ON THE MARKET!!! It causes PERMANENT sexual dysfunction, swelling, fatigue, depression and sleep problems. Contrary to what Merck claims: these side-effects are NOT temporary. There should be a full investigation into how this drug got approved. It has completely destroyed my life! In 2003, I attempted to commit suicide as a direct result of the drug's after-effects. Other people are telling similar stories on the internet. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
19 May 2009	Propecia is good drug on the market, and in my opinion one of the more successful ones. I have experienced hair regrowth, and less thinning. I have clearly noticed a difference. Its something that is long term, for some people to see effects over a year or more time frame. So have to be patient. Another drawback is that an individual becomes dependent, since I believe if you stop taking it, you might experience same problems of hair loss. My dermatologist recommended its ideal for individuals with recent hair loss, since I think it helps recuperate dead hair follicles that one might have had recently (back to 2 years). So not ideal for individuals who have had hair loss for longer period of time (couple of years +). —Posted by Taha Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
24 Apr 2009	I believe that propecia is a great drug. For me personally, I have no side effects. Even though it hasnt been 100 percent successful, I believe it has made a difference compared to other products in the market. I believe that its too expensive, one of the negatives of this drug. —Posted by Taha Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use