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Glossary5-alpha-reductase inhibitor

blocks enzyme converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

A 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor is a type of medication that blocks the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which is responsible for converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). By reducing DHT levels, these inhibitors can help treat conditions like male pattern baldness and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

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research The risk of dementia with the use of 5 alpha reductase inhibitors

18 citations , June 2017 in “Journal of the neurological sciences”

Using 5 alpha reductase inhibitors may increase dementia risk in the first two years.

research The 5-alpha reductase inhibitor finasteride reduces dyskinesia in a rat model of Parkinson’s disease

15 citations , January 2017 in “Experimental Neurology”

Finasteride reduces movement issues in Parkinson's disease rats.

research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy

15 citations , July 2016 in “Urologic Clinics of North America”

Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for long-term treatment of enlarged prostates but have sexual side effects and a risk of high-grade prostate cancer.

research Efficacy and safety of Finasteride (5 alpha-reductase inhibitor) monotherapy in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia: A critical review of the literature

14 citations , January 2020 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia”

Finasteride helps with prostate symptoms but may cause sexual side effects.

research Impact of Alpha Blockers, 5-alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy on Sexual Function

11 citations , August 2014 in “Current Urology Reports”

Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.

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community Inhibition of 5 alpha-reductase activity in human skin by zinc and azelaic acid????

1 upvotes 8 years ago

The post discusses using a topical tincture containing zinc, azelaic acid, and other ingredients to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase activity for treating hair loss. The user plans to try this natural alternative before using finasteride or RU58841.

community Me looking at my friends slight temple recession and calculating how long it'll take for him to bring it up to me, the Hairloss expert (I've been on finasteride for 6 months) so I can slap him with a 30 minute presentation about DHT miniaturization and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors

in Satire 536 upvotes 3 years ago

The post is a humorous take on the author's experience with hair loss and using finasteride for six months. The conversation includes discussions about hair loss, treatments like finasteride, and personal experiences with baldness.

community Which Saw Palmetto is good for blocking 5 alpha reductase, Serenoa repens or Chamaerops humilis?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 years ago

The conversation is about determining which type of Saw Palmetto, either Chamaerops humilis or Serenoa repens, is effective for inhibiting the 5 alpha reductase enzyme related to hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Did anybody use beta sisterol for hair loss? I saw in many articles in the internet that said that beta sisterol blocks dht by inhibiting 5a reductase type 2 enzyme and some reviews of people who said that it worked better than saw palmetto in terms of stoping hair loss and helping prostate.

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Beta-sitosterol may inhibit 5-alpha reductase type 2 enzyme, potentially reducing DHT levels and promoting hair growth, similar to finasteride but possibly with fewer side effects. Its effectiveness and side effects compared to other treatments like saw palmetto and finasteride remain uncertain due to limited research.

community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

in Product 10 upvotes 2 years ago

GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

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