Analytical Review of Depression and Suicidality from Finasteride
Back to top Open menu Download PDF Save Share Cite Reprints Sections Article Information Clinical Points The Journal ofClinical Psychiatry Suicide Narrative Review Focus on Suicide September 22, 2025 Failing Public Health Again? Analytical Review of Depression and Suicidality From Finasteride Mayer Brezis, MD, MPH J Clin Psychiatry 2025;86(4):25nr15862 Abstract Background: Finasteride, widely prescribed for androgenetic alopecia, has long been suspected of causing severe neuropsychiatric reactions, including depression, anxiety, and suicidality, even after the drug is discontinued. This study systematically reviews evidence that supports this suspicion and analyzes the reasons for this delayed recognition….
