Finasteride Is Associated With a Higher Odds of Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Results From the US FDA Adverse Events Reporting System
April 2018
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Studysummary This study found that finasteride use was associated with significantly higher odds of obstructive sleep apnea and insomnia compared to other medications.
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The study examined the association between finasteride and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and insomnia using the US FDA Adverse Events Reporting System (FAERS). The study found that finasteride was associated with a significantly higher odds of OSA and insomnia.
