Finasteride impurity. A novel intermediate in the synthesis of Finasteride, a 5a-reductase inhibitor used for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia acne, seborrhea, female hirsutism, prostatitis, and prostatic carcinoma and other hyperandrogenetic related disorders.Form:Off-White SolidMelting Point:280-282°C (dec.)Solubility:DMSO, Methanol