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GlossaryBicalutamide

medication that blocks male hormones to treat prostate cancer

Bicalutamide, also known by the brand name Casodex, is a medication primarily used to treat prostate cancer. It works as an anti-androgen, meaning it blocks the action of male hormones like testosterone, which can promote the growth of cancer cells.

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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women

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Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial

25 citations, December 2017 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.

research Safety of Oral Bicalutamide in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective Review of 316 Patients

16 citations, March 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral bicalutamide is safe and effective for female hair loss.

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community bicalutamide or spironolactone for fphl

in Female 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Bicalutamide and spironolactone are being compared for their effectiveness and safety in treating female pattern hair loss. The conversation seeks advice on which is better to use.

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