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Which among the following treatment options of hirsutism is a potent antiandrogen used in the treatment of prostate cancer?

Which among the following treatment options of hirsutism is a potent antiandrogen used in the treatment of prostate cancer? Correct Answer Flutamide

Flutamide is a potent antiandrogen used in prostate cancer treatment. In the treatment of hirsutism, it has been shown to be effective. The average Ferriman-Gallwey score of this is reduced by 41.3%.

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