Treatment of Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia (Male breast tissue growth) Finasteride/Dutasteride 9/26/2020
Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.
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