Especially at 27. While finasteride (the active ingredient in Finax) typically clears your system quickly, some men do experience sexual side effects that persist for several months after stopping the medication. Often, anxiety or worry about these symptoms can also play a major role in keeping them going. Please be reassured that this is a highly treatable issue. I strongly recommend scheduling a visit with a urologist or your primary care doctor. They can check your hormone levels, rule out other factors, and help you find an effective solution to get things back on track.

Both finasteride (Finax) and topical minoxidil (Tugaine) typically require at least four to six months of consistent daily use before you begin to see visible improvements, with full results often taking up to a year. Since you are at the four-month mark, you are just entering the window where changes start to happen. I highly recommend continuing your current routine for a few more months. It is always best to consult your dermatologist before making any changes or switching treatments.

Finasteride is generally safe and highly effective for treating male pattern hair loss. Regarding your concern, a small percentage of men?about 1 to 2%?may experience mild sexual side effects, such as a slightly lower sex drive or mild difficulty with erections. For the vast majority, these side effects are temporary and resolve after stopping the medication, or even as your body adjusts. Please discuss this with your doctor, who can help monitor your progress and ensure you feel comfortable.

Since you have been using Tugain 10% and Finax 1?mg for 3 months, it is normal not to see significant results yet, because hair growth usually takes at least 4 to 6 months to show noticeable improvement. Continue the treatment as prescribed, and maintain a healthy diet and scalp care. If hair fall persists beyond 6 to 8 months, consult a dermatologist, who may suggest adjusting doses, combining with PRP therapy, or other hair growth treatments for better results.

Finasteride works best when taken every day as prescribed, because consistent dosing maintains its effect on the hormone (DHT) that causes hair loss. Taking it every other day may reduce its effectiveness and could make hair loss resume over time. Always talk to your dermatologist before changing the dose or schedule, as stopping or reducing it on your own may reverse benefits, and hair loss can return

Sexual side effects, like decreased libido and erectile dysfunction, can occur in a small percentage of men taking finasteride (including Finax and Curlzfin). The reassuring news is that for most men, these effects are temporary and typically resolve after stopping the medication, and sometimes even improve with continued use. You do not need to stop taking it immediately, but I highly recommend discussing your symptoms with your doctor. Together, you can safely decide if discontinuing or adjusting your dosage is the best step for your peace of mind and hair health.