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GlossaryOral Antiandrogens

medications taken orally to block male hormones like testosterone

Oral antiandrogens are medications taken by mouth that block the effects of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These drugs are often used to treat conditions like androgenic alopecia (hair loss), prostate cancer, and hirsutism (excessive hair growth) by reducing the influence of androgens on the body.

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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 Bicalutamide: A potential new oral antiandrogenic drug for female pattern hair loss

8 citations , April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Bicalutamide may be a promising alternative treatment for female pattern hair loss.

The Effect of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived-Conditioned Media in Combination With Oral Anti-Androgenic Drugs on Male Pattern Baldness: An Animal Study

research The Effect of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived-Conditioned Media in Combination with Oral Anti-Androgenic Drugs on Male Pattern Baldness: An Animal Study.

November 2023 in “PubMed”

Combining stem cell-conditioned media with anti-androgen drugs can improve hair growth in male pattern baldness.

research Oral Contraceptives and Antiandrogens Most Effective for Hirsutism Pharmacotherapy.

January 2019 in “PubMed”

Oral contraceptives and antiandrogens are the best treatments for hirsutism.

research Oral Contraceptives as Anti-Androgenic Treatment of Acne

16 citations , July 2002 in “JOGC/Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology Canada”

Birth control pills can help reduce mild to moderate acne in women.

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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 How good are anti-androgens? Are they worth seeking?

in Research/Science 3 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, and potential additions like topical finasteride, minoxidil, micro-needling, and topical anti-androgens such as RU58841. The effectiveness and worth of these treatments, including localized dutasteride mesotherapy, are considered.

community Is RU58841 or pyrilutamide a stronger topical anti-androgen?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses adding either RU58841 or pyrilutamide to a hair loss treatment regimen that already includes oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil. RU58841 is considered the stronger anti-androgen but may have more side effects.

community Thoughts about ORAL ketoconazole? (pills)

in Ketoconazole 6 months ago

Oral ketoconazole is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, but it poses significant health risks like liver damage and adrenal insufficiency. Users suggest safer alternatives like topical anti-androgens or spironolactone, emphasizing the importance of consulting a specialist.

community How to choose between topical antiandrogen (Pyrilutamide) vs topical Alfatradiol (17α-estradiol) as an add-on treatment?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is considering adding Pyrilutamide or Alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss after oral Finasteride and Dutasteride became less effective. Other users suggest Pyrilutamide for its safety profile, while one user shares positive experiences with RU58841 for reducing scalp itch and improving hairline.

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