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GlossaryAntiandrogenic

substances inhibit male sex hormones like testosterone

Antiandrogenic refers to substances or treatments that inhibit the effects of androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. These substances can be used to treat conditions like androgenic alopecia (hair loss) and prostate cancer by blocking the action of these hormones, thereby reducing their influence on hair follicles and other tissues.

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research Metformin or Antiandrogen in the Treatment of Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

192 citations , September 2003 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism”

Metformin is effective for treating excessive hair growth in women with PCOS and may work better than the standard treatment in some ways.

research Treatment of female pattern hair loss with oral antiandrogens

179 citations , March 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Oral antiandrogens effectively treat female hair loss, with better results in higher hair loss grades.

research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Metaanalyses of Randomized Controlled Trials

150 citations , February 2008 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism”

Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.

research Treatment of hirsutism with the pure antiandrogen flutamide

130 citations , September 1990 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.

research Pharmacology of antiandrogens

97 citations , November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

Antiandrogens affect androgen-dependent body functions and are used for various medical conditions, with some risks like fetus feminization, but new forms like 17α-propylmesterolone show promise for acne without systemic effects.

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community Anti-androgen use causing testicular pain?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 11 months ago

Switching from topical finasteride to oral Dutasteride and using Fluridil caused persistent testicular discomfort. The discomfort did not subside after stopping Fluridil, raising concerns about Dutasteride's role.

community Anti androgen shed all over scalp

in Treatment 3 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experiencing intense hair shedding all over the scalp after applying pyrilutamide to the hairline and taking oral castor oil. They are also using topical finasteride and latanoprost, but are unsure which treatment is causing the shedding.

community Topical Anti-Androgen users. What are y’all using currently? And what do you believe has the best chance of being approved? Or best results?

in Technology 14 upvotes 1 year ago

RU58841 is considered effective by some users, but finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used with varying dosages to manage side effects. Users report different experiences with treatments like pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with some seeing results and others not.

community Topical anti-androgen availability in Australia

in Product 2 years ago

Availability of topical anti-androgens, especially RU58841, in Australia. Issues with customs seizures and lack of credible local sources.

community Ultimate anti-DHT solution

in Treatment 3 upvotes 5 years ago

A 25-year-old male experiencing hair loss and thinning since age 20 is seeking advice on effective DHT inhibitors. He lists various oral and topical treatments, excluding Minoxidil due to adverse effects.

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