Comparison of Sequential Cyproterone Acetate/Estrogen Versus Spironolactone/Oral Contraceptive in the Treatment of Hirsutism

    Richard O'Brien, Mark E. Cooper, Robin Murray … George Jerums
    Studysummary This study found that both cyproterone acetate and spironolactone effectively reduced hair diameter and plasma testosterone levels in hirsute women, with no significant differences between the two treatments.
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    Research cited in this study 10

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