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December 2011 in “Arzneimittelforschung” CB-03-04 shows promise as a treatment for prostate issues due to its strong anti-androgen effects.
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July 2022 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” Oral paclitaxel plus encequidar improved tumor response and caused less neuropathy but more serious infections than intravenous paclitaxel.
The combination of high-dose toremifene and capecitabine was effective for advanced recurrent breast cancer.
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May 2024 in “Cureus” Combining oral isotretinoin and rifampicin effectively treats folliculitis decalvans.
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Adherence to finasteride treatment for prostate issues is generally low.
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October 2013 in “PLOS ONE” Dutasteride works better than finasteride for preventing and treating prostate cancer.
The tablets are easy to make, look good, work well, and are ready for mass production.
Finasteride causes reproductive malformations in male rats.
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