Treatment of Hirsutism, Acne, and Alopecia with Cyproterone Acetate

January 1980 in “ Dermatology ”

Jean-Marie Ékoé, P. Burckhardt, B Rüedi

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TLDR Cyproterone acetate was effective in treating acne, hirsutism, and alopecia with few side effects.

The document titled "Treatment of Hirsutism, Acne and Alopecia with Cyproterone Acetate" from January 1, 1980, discussed the use of Cyproterone Acetate in treating conditions like hirsutism, acne, and alopecia. The study concluded that Cyproterone Acetate was effective in reducing symptoms of these conditions. The research provided evidence supporting the use of this medication in managing androgen-related disorders, although the specific number of participants and detailed results were not accessible in the provided content.

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