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Finasteride is an anti-BPH agent which is a kind of urology drug.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Drug Class

Anti BPH drug

Brands

Propecia • Proscar

Side Effects

Common

Gynecomastia
Low blood pressure on standing
Enlarged male breasts

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Male pattern baldness
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1 review
BPH
4
1 review

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