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October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Finasteride is more effective and satisfactory than montelukast for treating moderate acne in women.
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November 2005 in “Epilepsia” Levetiracetam is widely used and generally well-tolerated for treating idiopathic generalized epilepsies, with tiredness as the main side effect.
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May 2011 in “Movement Disorders” Finasteride may help reduce symptoms in male Tourette syndrome patients.
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August 2004 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics” Finasteride and CPA-EE2 equally reduce hirsutism, but affect hormone levels differently.
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June 2004 in “Sexuality, reproduction & menopause” Eflornithine cream effectively reduces facial hair in women with hirsutism.
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September 2011 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The oral contraceptive ethinylestradiol/chlormadinone acetate is effective in reducing acne and improving other skin conditions related to high androgen levels.
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These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
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October 2015 in “Neurochemistry International” Letrozole may help prevent seizures by reducing certain hormone levels.
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These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.