The Benefits of Finasteride for Hirsute Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or Idiopathic Hirsutism

    January 2003 in “ Gynecological Endocrinology ”
    Eli Marcelo Lakryc, E.L.A. Motta, J.C. Soares, Mauro Abi Haidar, G.M. de Lima, Edmund Chada Baracat
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    TLDR Finasteride effectively reduces hair growth in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism.
    This document is a summary of multiple studies that evaluated the effectiveness of finasteride in treating hirsutism in women with polycystic ovary syndrome or idiopathic hirsutism. The studies involved a total of 88 women who were treated with finasteride for six months. The results showed that finasteride was effective in reducing hirsutism scores and DHT levels, with minimal side effects. The studies suggest that finasteride may be a viable treatment option for hirsute women with these conditions.
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      Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

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      in Female  56 upvotes 2 years ago
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      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  106 upvotes 4 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community Finasteride 5mg & Spironolactone 100mg

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      A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weight loss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.

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