Topical Antiandrogens in the Treatment of Male-Pattern Baldness

    October 1988 in “ Clinics in dermatology ”
    Roger S. Rittmaster
    Studysummary This review discusses the potential of antiandrogens for androgen-induced baldness in men and women but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for further research on long-term risks and efficacy.
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