of hidradenitis suppurativa (acne inversa). Two case series have reported that finasteride is effective in the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa in girls and women. Finasteride and other antiandrogens might be useful in the treatment of obsessive–compulsive disorder, but more research is needed. References External links Wikipedia medicine articles ready to translate 5α-Reductase inhibitors Androstanes Merck & Co. brands Carboxamides Hair loss medications Hair removal Delta-lactams Teratogens Tert-butyl compounds