Propecia and Proscar (Finasteride)

Proscar is a 5mg pill first approved by the FDA in 1992 to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate gland). Propecia, approved by the FDA in 1997 to treat male pattern baldness, comes in 1mg form. Finasteride, a generic drug, can come in 5mg form or 1mg form to replace either of these drugs. At this time, GoldenbergLaw is no longer accepting Propecia and Proscar cases.

Case Quick Facts

The Problem

An unknown percentage of men worldwide who took forms of Finasteride have experienced certain physical and mental side effects. Upon discontinuing use of Propecia or Proscar, these men expected to return to their previous state. However, even after discontinuing the drug, many of these men’s endocrine systems were not able to return to normal. These men continue to experience side effects to the same, or sometimes even worse, degree.

The Injuries

Psychological side effects have also been reported to persist even after taking the drug. If you have taken Propecia, Proscar, or another form of Finasteride and have experienced any of these side effects during and after taking the drug, you may be entitled to compensation.

Erectile dysfunction
Ejaculation disorders
Sexual impotence
Decreased volume/quality of ejaculate
Numbness in sexual organs
Testicular pain
Enlarged and/or painful breast tissue
Difficulty getting an erection
Sexual anhedonia (ejaculation with no accompanied pleasure)
Depression
Cognitive dysfunction
Social withdrawal/anxiety/lack of motivation
Male breast cancer
Bipolar mood disorder

The Defendant

Merck & Co., Inc.

GoldenbergLaw Can Help

GoldenbergLaw is no longer accepting Propecia and Proscar cases.

Free Consultations

Unfortunately, we are no longer accepting Propecia and Proscar cases. However, if you have suffered an injury due to another product, please contact us for a free consultation.

How The Drug Works

Propecia and Proscar are the name brand forms of the drug finasteride, which works as a synthetic antiandrogen to block the effects of dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Since DHT is the androgen that is especially responsible for both male pattern baldness and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, finasteride can be effective for both conditions.

U.S. Warning Label Deceives Consumers

Despite receiving reports and warnings from European regulators, Merck did not adjust the warning labels for the American market. Thus, Merck has been deceiving consumers of these drugs by failing to disclose the severity and potential longevity or permanency of the side effects. Many men took the drug with the impression that the side effects would be controllable when, in fact, they are not.

Why Choose GoldenbergLaw?

If you are considering filing a defective drug lawsuit, our lawyers will be able to help you determine your options. We have experience with a wide variety of drug-related cases, and this experience can help you get the settlement you deserve.