Propecia

American  

[proh-pee-shuh] / proʊˈpi ʃə /

Pharmacology, Trademark.

1. a brand of finasteride.

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Example Sentences

As early as 2009, Merck knew of more than 200 reports of depression, including suicidal thoughts, in men taking Propecia, according to an internal “risk management” assessment from that year.

From Reuters

Merck has said in past statements that Propecia has been prescribed safely to millions of men since the late 1990s.

From Reuters

It also has argued in court that “premature hair loss itself, the very condition for which Propecia is prescribed, is associated with low self-esteem, poor body image, and depression.”

From Reuters

In a statement to Reuters, Merck said that “the scientific evidence does not support a causal link between Propecia and suicide or suicidal ideation and these terms should not be included in the labeling” for the drug.

From Reuters

“Merck works continuously with regulators to ensure that potential safety signals are carefully analyzed and, if appropriate, included in the label for Propecia.”

From Reuters