My 14-year-old son was prescribed finasteride by his dermatologist and I have witnessed increased symptoms of depression in him to the point that he is barely functioning.
My 14-year-old son was prescribed finasteride by his dermatologist and I have witnessed increased symptoms of depression in him to the point that he is barely functioning. Also some cognitive changes such as short term memory impairment, inability to focus, extreme tiredness, He is now 15 years, and been off the drug about 1 1/2 months. He was on the drug about 6 months with 2 months off during that time frame. Found much info in my research on what could have brought about the changes. My main question is there any information as to what it does to boys his age and how long may depression and cognitive changes persist. I do not want to introduce another drug into his system at this point but he may need it.