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January 1991 in “European Urology” Finasteride lowers DHT levels and raises testosterone in a dose-dependent way.
Finasteride significantly reduces the risk of prostate cancer.
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Long-term, low-dose finasteride may reduce the risk of benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer.
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Finasteride is a safe and effective long-term treatment for male hair loss, especially when started early.
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