Economic Analysis of Finasteride: A Model-Based Approach Using Data from the Proscar Long-Term Efficacy and Safety Study

June 1999 in “ Clinical Therapeutics ”

Peter C. Albertsen, James M. Pellissier, Franklin C. Lowe, Cynthia J. Girman, Claus G. Roehrborn

finasteride benign prostatic hyperplasia BPH Proscar

TLDR Finasteride is a cost-effective option for treating BPH, reducing risk of urinary issues and surgery.

A study using data from the Proscar long-term efficacy and safety study found that finasteride is a cost-effective treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) compared to watchful waiting and terazosin over a 2-year period. Finasteride reduces the risk of acute urinary retention and surgery, resulting in cost savings. The study recommends finasteride as a viable option for BPH treatment.

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The Effect of Finasteride on the Risk of Acute Urinary Retention and the Need for Surgical Treatment Among Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

research The Effect of Finasteride on the Risk of Acute Urinary Retention and the Need for Surgical Treatment Among Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

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Finasteride reduces urinary issues and surgery need in men with enlarged prostates by over 50%.

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Economic Analysis of Finasteride: A Model-Based Approach Using Data from the Proscar Long-Term Efficacy and Safety Study

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