Management of Hirsutism

    March 2000 in “ American journal of clinical dermatology ”
    L. Falsetti, Alessandro Gambera, C. Platto, Laura Legrenzi
    Studysummary Antiandrogens, particularly flutamide and CPA, are most effective for treating hirsutism, with long-term use needed for best results.
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