Did you take Androcur? You will receive a letter



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According to The Parisian, the Health Insurance and the ANSM, policeman of the drug in France, alert on the catch of the Androcur (laboratory Bayer).

"It is an effective drug for the treatment of certain conditions (anti-acne, hyperpilosity, Editor's note …), but that can promote the development of meningioma," reads in a letter that patients, doctors Liberals and health facilities will be receiving soon.

A form to sign

Indeed, the letter explains that the risk of brain tumors, most often non-cancerous, is multiplied by seven beyond six months of treatment, and by twenty for prolonged and high doses.

The letter recommends to consult a doctor.

As of July 1st, the persons concerned will also have to sign a form ensuring their good information of the risk, relates again The Parisian.

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