Dutasteride and Sterility?

Hi Dr Rassman,

I have a growing concern about a couple of blogs you answered stating that dutasteride “could”, but not definitely cause permanent sterility. wondering if you have come across this situation,or a site on the net with some further info. I am a 40 year old male and have been on dutasteride (0.5mg) for 9 months. no side effects to date, unless it is mental, and have 3 children. results are good to date.

Thanks.

At the 0.5mg dosage you’re taking, risks of sterility likely aren’t great, if any. The FDA trial results should be released sometime this year. When the results are out, the answers to your questions will hopefully be there.