Concomitant Immobilization of Androgen Receptors and 5α-Reductase in Androgenic Alopecia

The study explores the potential of a herbal preparation, Anagen grow, in treating androgenic alopecia by targeting testosterone binding and 5α-reductase activity. The formulation significantly inhibited testosterone binding to androgen receptors and reduced 5α-reductase activity by 85% at 10 μg/ml. Hibiscus rosa sinensis was identified as the most effective herb in the preparation. Anagen grow's dual action suggests it could be a promising alternative to finasteride, which is known for severe side effects. However, further rigorous studies are necessary to validate these findings.