research Structure of human steroid 5α-reductase 2 with anti-androgen drug finasteride
The research helps understand how finasteride works and aids drug development.
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630-660 / 1000+ resultsresearch Integrated Safety Analysis of Ritlecitinib in Adolescent Patients with Alopecia Areata from the Randomized, Placebo-Controlled ALLEGRO Phase 2b/3 and Ongoing Open-Label Phase 3 ALLEGRO-LT Studies
research Dihydrotestosterone and the Concept of 5α–Reductase Inhibition in Human Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Blocking the enzyme that turns testosterone into DHT can safely and effectively treat enlarged prostate.
research Efficacy and Safety of Ritlecitinib in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Preprint)
Ritlecitinib improves hair regrowth in alopecia areata without increasing adverse risks.
research Novel Synthetic Steroid Derivatives: Target Prediction and Biological Evaluation of Antiandrogenic Activity
New steroid compounds may help with hormonal therapy and have potential benefits for glucose disorders, but more research is needed.
research Cepharanthine: A review of the antiviral potential of a Japanese-approved alopecia drug in COVID-19
Cepharanthine could be a strong antiviral against COVID-19.
research Is Dutasteride a Therapeutic Alternative for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis?
Dutasteride, usually used for prostate issues and hair loss, could potentially treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) due to its neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, but more testing is needed.
research Influence of TRPV3 mutation on hair growth cycle in mice
The TRPV3 gene mutation affects hair growth by keeping mice in the growth phase longer, which could help treat hair loss.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitor therapy: Should physicians be concerned with persistent diminished libido, erectile dysfunction and depression in a subset of patients?
Some patients may experience lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects from 5α-reductase inhibitor therapy.
research Drug development to improve androgenetic alopecia on the Traditional Chinese Medicine theory
PMC shows promise as a treatment for hair loss.
research Study the 5α-reductase Inhibitory Activity of Urtica fissa E. Pritz's Extract
Urtica fissa extract can inhibit 5α-reductase activity.
research The leaves of Crataeva nurvala Buch-Ham. modulate locomotor and anxiety behaviors possibly through GABAergic system
Crataeva nurvala leaves may help reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
research 519 Design of a new molecule proven to be safe and effective for topical depigmenting and antiaging method
A new molecule was found to be a safe and effective skin lightener and anti-aging product.
research Biochemical and Histopathological evaluation of prostatic tissue under effect of Pterostilbene in benign prostatic hyperplasia rat model
Pterostilbene significantly reduces prostate enlargement and has strong antioxidant effects.
research Tyrosine kinase inhibition and grey hair
Imatinib can repigment grey hair, while SU11428 can cause temporary hair depigmentation.
research Cerebral Ischemia Related to Isotretinoin; Venlafaxine-Induced Alopecia; Cognitive Dysfunction with Tolterodine; Retinal Artery Occlusion after Injection of Long-Acting Risperidone; Olanzapine-Induced Chylomicronemia Presenting as Pancreatitis; Metabolic Effects of the Atypical Antipsychotics – an Editorial; Another Drug-Induced Pancreatitis – This One Caused by a Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor; Suicide Attempts Related to Antidepressant Medications
The conclusion is that healthcare professionals should report adverse drug reactions to improve medication safety and patient care.
research The effects of finasteride (FIN) and thioacetamide (TAA) on acetylcholinesterase (AchE) activity in various brain regions.
research Prostate-Sparing Effects in Primates of the Potent Androgen 7α-Methyl-19-Nortestosterone: A Potential Alternative to Testosterone for Androgen Replacement and Male Contraception1
MENT could be a better option than testosterone for male hormone therapy and birth control because it works well at lower doses and has fewer side effects on the prostate.
research The use of 5 alpha-reductase in the era of minimally invasive surgical therapies (MISTs): Is it still valuable?
research Finasteride/hypericum interaction
research Apremilast and tofacitinib exert differential effects in the humanized mouse model of alopecia areata
Tofacitinib was more effective than apremilast in treating hair loss in a mouse model of alopecia areata.
research Trapa bispinosa Roxb. Pericarp Extract Exerts 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity in Castrated Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Model Mice
Trapa bispinosa Roxb. extract may help reduce prostate size and cell growth in BPH.
research EFFECTS OF FESOTERODINE, A NOVEL ANTIMUSCARINIC, ALONE AND IN COMBINATION WITH AN α-RECEPTOR BLOCKER, DOXAZOSIN, ON BLADDER FUNCTION IN OBSTRUCTED RATS
Combination therapy with fesoterodine and doxazosin improves bladder function and delays BPH progression.
research Sexual dysfunction with 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor therapy for androgenetic alopecia: a global propensity score matched retrospective cohort study
Taking medication for hair loss might cause sexual problems.
research Tales of bugs, delusions of parasitosis, and what to do
Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
research Treatment for chemotherapy‐induced alopecia in mice using parathyroid hormone agonists and antagonists linked to a collagen binding domain
PTH-CBD agonists may help regrow hair after chemotherapy.
research Trichotillomania treated with n-acetylcysteine
N-acetylcysteine may help treat trichotillomania.
research The connection of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors to the development of depression
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, may cause depression, but more research is needed to understand why.
research Inhibition of 5α-reductase alters pregnane metabolism in the late pregnant mare
Inhibiting 5α-reductase increases progesterone levels in late pregnant mares.
research Finasteride-induced depression: new insights into possible pathomechanisms
Finasteride may increase depression by reducing brain cell growth.