Is Firmagon Better Than Androcur And Bicalutamide?
 
                                    
                                    
                                          
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                                            Question : Is Firmagon (degarelix) better than Androcur and Bicalutamide? I am a male trying to reduce testosterone. Please confirm. Thanks
                            
                                    Brief Answer:
Degarelix is superior
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
Degarelix is a centrally acting antiandrogen and is certainly more efficacious in reducing the testosterone levels than the other two.
The pros and cons to be discussed with your physician and should be individualised.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
                                    
                            Degarelix is superior
Detailed Answer:
Hello Sir
I can certainly understand your concern.
Degarelix is a centrally acting antiandrogen and is certainly more efficacious in reducing the testosterone levels than the other two.
The pros and cons to be discussed with your physician and should be individualised.
Post your further queries if any
Thank you
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