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Finasteride treats hair loss and prostate issues by lowering certain hormone levels.
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October 2020 in “Current Drug Discovery Technologies” The research found that compound 6, a newly created steroid, is more effective at inhibiting 5α-reductase (an enzyme) than current treatments, suggesting it could be a better option for treating urinary tract symptoms in men.
Testosterone undecanoate can reduce the negative effects of Finasteride on male reproductive health.
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5-Alpha reductase inhibitors help treat enlarged prostate but may cause sexual side effects.
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January 2002 in “Yaoxue jinzhan” Finasteride reduces sperm count and affects male reproductive function, while Epristeride does not.