From Angina to Erections: Surprising Second Lives of 3 Men's Health Drugs

Medicines often find new uses after their initial purpose; sildenafil, finasteride, and minoxidil were repurposed from heart, prostate, and blood-pressure indications to treat erectile dysfunction and hair loss, illustrating how serendipity and careful observation drive medical progress and highlighting the benefits and caveats of drug repurposing in men's health.