Effectiveness and Safety of Topical Finasteride for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Real World Data

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Authors

Bianca Maria Piraccini

Luca Rapparini · Azienda USL di Bologna

Federico Quadrelli · Azienda USL di Bologna

Francesca Pampaloni · Azienda USL di Bologna

Stephano Cedirian · Azienda USL di Bologna

Francesca Bruni · Azienda USL di Bologna

Matilde Iorizzo · Ospedale Regionale di Bellinzona e Valli

Michela Starace · Azienda USL di Bologna

Abstract

Topical finasteride 0.25% demonstrated sustained 52-week effectiveness, particularly in the frontotemporal regions, with an excellent safety profile. These findings support topical finasteride as an effective long-term treatment option for male AGA.

Topics & Keywords

Hair Growth and Disorders Facial Rejuvenation and Surgery Techniques Dermatology and Skin Diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Dermatology

DOI: 10.1111/ijd.70394

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