This weekend, The Mail on Sunday will reveal that finasteride – the hair loss drug prescribed to millions of men – is to be investigated by drug watchdogs for safety concerns. According to reports filed by the public, the medicine has been linked to sexual problems, suicidal thoughts and even speech slurring.

The Medical Minefield team speak to campaigner and former patient Dr Simon Breidert, who says he has suffered terrible side effects with the drug – which include sexual problems and depression. Now, he dedicates his time to educating others of the risks. But top dermatologist Dr David Fenton says he is confident that the drug is safe when he offers it to men – so long as they are closely monitored.

This weekend, The Mail on Sunday will reveal that finasteride – the hair loss drug prescribed to millions of men – is to be investigated by drug watchdogs for safety concerns. According to reports filed by the public, the medicine has been linked to sexual problems, suicidal thoughts and even speech slurring.
The Medical Minefield team speak to campaigner and former patient Dr Simon Breidert, who says he has suffered terrible side effects with the drug – which include sexual problems and depression. Now, he dedicates his time to educating others of the risks. But top dermatologist Dr David Fenton says he is confident that the drug is safe when he offers it to men – so long as they are closely monitored.

Medical Minefield is a new health podcast where we talk about the ethical dilemmas at the heart of the health stories that matter the most. Join Barney Calman, the Mail on Sunday's health editor and deputy Health Editor Eve Simmons every week for a podcast tackling the big questions in health. 

Medical Minefield is a new health podcast where we talk about the ethical dilemmas at the heart of the health stories that matter the most. Join Barney Calman, the Mail on Sunday's health editor and deputy Health Editor Eve Simmons every week for a podcast tackling the big questions in health.&nbsp;

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