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Doctor Advocates Against Propecia Due to Sexual Side Effects
By Andrea Gressman
Dr. Rynne cites a portion of the warning that Merck, the manufacturer of Propecia, provided at the time. The drug maker mentioned that a “small number of men experience certain sexual side effects” and that these problems only occurred in “less than 2% of the men” using Propecia. Merck also said these side effects “went away” when the men stopped taking Propecia.
Dr. Rynne takes serious issue with the figure of 2%, saying that he does not accept this percentage as accurate. He also says Merck’s statement that Propecia sexual side effects will disappear after discontinuing the drug “is simply not true.” Dr. Rynne says Merck also knew this statement was not true because he, as well as others in the medical community, have told the drug maker that Propecia side effects continued after the patient stops taking the hair loss drug.
However, this has been a huge point of contention for Merck and the many Propecia lawsuits that have been filed against the drug maker. Although there have been changes to the warning label over the past few years, Merck still does not fully acknowledge the severity of the sexual side effects Propecia can cause.
Dr. Rynne also said, “In some cases men who have taken Proscar, even for a few months, have unwittingly condemned themselves to a lifetime of sexual anhedonia, the most horrible and cruel or all sexual dysfunctions.”
Sexual anhedonia is the inability to feel pleasure form an orgasm. It is clear that Dr. Rynne understands the severity of the sexual side effects that have been linked to Propecia.
If you have experienced sexual side effects after taking Propecia it is important to know that you are not alone. Thousands of men have experienced a similar situation. Many have opted to file a drug injury lawsuit in order to receive compensation for their injuries. You can do the same. Visit the Propecia Loss of Sex Drive, Sexual Dysfunction Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Investigation page right away and you will be able to receive a free legal consultation with an experienced Propecia lawsuit attorney.
Updated March 21st, 2013
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