Resumen

CARRENO-ORELLANA, Néstor et al. Finasteride adverse effects: An update. Rev. méd. Chile [online]. 2016, vol.144, n.12, pp.1584-1590. ISSN 0034-9887.  http://dx.doi.org/10.4067/S0034-98872016001200010.

Finasteride is a 5-α reductase inhibitor that is widely used in the management of benign prostate hyperplasia and male pattern hair loss. It is well known that these agents improve the quality of life in men suffering from these conditions. However, they are associated with some transient and even permanent adverse effects. The aim of this article is to clarify the controversies about the safety of finasteride by analyzing the evidence available in the literature.

Palabras clave : Alopecia; Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; Finasteride; Therapeutics.

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