Finasteride Weight Gain (Page 7) (Top voted first)

Updated February 22, 2024

sanonamus Says:

Sun, April 12, 2009

I have been taking finasteride for about two years now, and it seems to me that I have developed increased abdominal flab. Thankfully, no breast development (yet!), but I definitely feel an increase in size around my waist and below. The literature available suggests that weight gain is not a side effect [1]; however, it appears to me that it might be, as I have gained about 7 to 8 pounds. I would be interested in hearing about others' experiences in this regard. Thank you.

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holyhead Says:
Tue, April 11, 2017

I have made dramatic improvements since seeing a Neuro hormone specialist and got on the Clomid and supplements..My mind has improved to almost pre Finasteride state..the physical sides are the same crazy weight gain and fluid is still there but changing..I may start TRT protocol hcg next hoping it will help further..This condition was closed thing to death I have experienced..i was told it is entirely neurological ie chemical brain trauma and Neuro steroids that cause all these crazy symptoms.

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Emily Says:
Wed, August 16, 2017

Yes - I am a woman using it for thinning hair (that is working) but have gained about 10 pounds abdominally and around my waist. I think I'll take thin hair.

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Mary Says:
Thu, August 17, 2017

Same with me sister! Would rather have thin hair than a thick waist! Made the same decision myself after gaining 8-9 pounds.

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holyhead Says:
Fri, August 18, 2017

Back after months of treatment from mark Gordon some improvements on testosterone cypionate along with Clomid now..Weight up 60lbs now from 160 to 220lbs..seems permanent..

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Mary Says:
Thu, September 7, 2017

I think my dermatologist would know who she can legally prescribe too. If you read up on it- women past child bearing years will not be harmed by finasteride.

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mayn Says:
Thu, September 7, 2017

Re: Mary (# 127) Expand Referenced Message

that is a fair point, women of certain ages can......but i'd be careful about assuming your dermatologist is well informed enough to prescribe it, the cold hard truth is that nobody TRULY knows the extent of the possible side effects and what it CAN do to the human body. good luck to you

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Emily Says:
Thu, September 7, 2017

Re: Mary (# 127) Expand Referenced Message
Thanks - can't call it "harm" but it IS a recognized side effect I found in SOME people. I appear to be on. It isn't the WORST thing that can happen, but it's not fun either.

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Moon35 Says:
Sun, December 24, 2017

I started taking finasteride 1 year ago from today and have gained weight as well even though I am an active 28 year who exercises regularly. It is frustrating to say the least, however, I would much rather keep my hair than lose all of it

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Louie Says:
Sun, March 11, 2018

Re: D9 (# 3) Expand Referenced Message

Yes, I have been on finesteride, 2 mg daily for one month and have put on 4 lbs. female

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Myco bird Says:
Sun, April 1, 2018

Re: Jaime (# 19) Expand Referenced Message

I have been on fin for 6 months and have gained 10 pounds and have tenderness in my breasts. I thought it was because of our bad winter, Christmas, etc. but since reading all of the reports here I will have to make a choice. I also noticed my nails weren’t soft and peeling like they did before, which is very exciting for me since they have been in really bad shape for many years. I have also noticed that my hair is filling in and getting thicker. I see my doctor the end of April with hopes she will be of some help.

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DrugCompaniesLue Says:
Thu, May 3, 2018

Re: Mayn (# 125) Expand Referenced Message

Stfu. Clearly you work for the drug company.

All these guys with the same problem AFTER they start taking Fin.

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Noor Says:
Sat, June 2, 2018

Yes i been on the pill for 7 most and I notice the belly fat and I go to the gym . I'm feeling excellent I also take flomax I tab at nite. But the wt gain have a problem with that. And at times I get a belly ache .after I take the proscur also. My belly has become sore.

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Mary Says:
Sat, June 2, 2018

Re: Emily (# 132) Expand Referenced Message

No thanks. There are healthier options out there.
So you’re “balancing” this poison?

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KJ Says:
Sat, December 19, 2020

Re: Jaime (# 19) Expand Referenced Message

I have had the same exact experience. I’m at the 3 week mark and literally overnight by stomach blew up and I feel it in my thighs as well.
Did you stop treatment?

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Hepper Says:
Fri, December 3, 2021

I have experienced the same side effects in term of belly fat. I work out daily and even reduced my calorie intake and still have put on 7 ponds over the course of 2 years. I'm so frustrated but it has helped my prostate issues.

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