“Is France going to veto the EU and ban finasteride and dutasteride?” Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/11/2025
Concerns about France potentially banning finasteride and dutasteride due to supposed side effects, though no solid evidence supports this action. Users believe a ban is unlikely and discuss ways to obtain the treatments if it occurs.
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