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GlossaryNeuroprotective

substances or mechanisms that safeguard neurons from damage

Neuroprotective refers to substances or mechanisms that help protect nerve cells (neurons) from damage, degeneration, or death. These agents can be crucial in treating or preventing neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis by preserving the structure and function of neurons.

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research Review of the effects of 17α-estradiol in humans: a less feminizing estrogen with neuroprotective potential

26 citations , February 2009 in “Drug Development Research”

17α-estradiol is a safe estrogen that might protect the brain and doesn't cause feminization, needing more research for treating brain diseases.

research Peripheral Neuroprotective and Immunomodulatory Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Parkinson’s Disease Models

1 citations , July 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology”

Dutasteride may help protect neurons and reduce inflammation in Parkinson's disease.

Neuroprotective and Immunomodulatory Effects of Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells on Streptozotocin-Induced Memory Impairment in Rats: Insights into Inflammation and Neurotrophic Mechanisms

research Neuroprotective and immunomodulatory effects of human hair follicle stem cells on streptozotocin-induced memory impairment in rats: insights into inflammation and neurotrophic mechanisms

May 2025

Human hair follicle stem cells improved memory and brain health in rats.

Extracellular Vesicles Released by Hair Follicle and Adipose Mesenchymal Stromal Cells Induce Comparable Neuroprotective and Anti-Inflammatory Effects in Primary Neuronal and Microglial Cultures

research Extracellular vesicles released by hair follicle and adipose mesenchymal stromal cells induce comparable neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in primary neuronal and microglial cultures

May 2023 in “Cytotherapy”

Hair follicle and adipose cell vesicles both protect neurons and reduce inflammation similarly.

Alemtuzumab-Induced Secondary Autoimmune Skin Disorders as Side Effects of Multiple Sclerosis Therapy: Problem That Can Be Influenced or Fate? A Narrative Overview of the Literature and a Neuroprotective Role of Vitamin D

research Alemtuzumab-Induced Secondary Autoimmune Skin Disorders as Side Effects of Multiple Sclerosis Therapy: Problem That Can Be Influenced or Fate? A Narrative Overview of The Literature A Neuroprotective Role of Vitamin D?

January 2022 in “Medical research archives”

Taking vitamin D might improve life for MS patients and reduce skin side effects from alemtuzumab treatment.

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community Debunking the "Adverse metabolic consequences of dutasteride"

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 5 years ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, has neuroprotective benefits, and may prevent acne. Despite initial concerns about metabolic effects, further research suggests it is safe for most users, especially if not hypogonadal.

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