Finasteride in the Treatment of Alopecia

    January 2004 in “ Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy ”
    James F. Libecco, Wilma F. Bergfeld
    Studysummary This paper reviews finasteride's role and efficacy in treating male pattern hair loss, finding significant improvements in hair growth and density with a favorable safety profile, though some side effects were noted.
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