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Finasteride Chemical Structure

Chemical used to prevent male pattern baldness and enlargement of prostate glands. An anti-androgen (blocks synthesis of dihydrotestosterone) and therefore a potential endocrine disruptor, exposed pregnant women can impact on male fetus genetial development.

CAS No: 98319-26-7

Chemical Name: N-tertbutyl-3-oxo-4-aza-5α-androst-1-ene-17β-carboxamide

Molecular Formula:C23H36N2O2

Molecular Weight:372.55



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