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November 2012 in “Current opinion in urology” Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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The new microneedle system safely delivers finasteride through the skin to treat hair loss.
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Finasteride may cause changes in dopamine-related genes, possibly leading to post-finasteride syndrome.
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