research The Drug Reboot: Finding New Life in Old Formulations
Repurposing existing drugs can quickly and cheaply find new treatments for diseases.
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research Computational Evaluation of Dibenzo Compounds as Potential Dual Inhibitors of Androgen Receptor and 5α-Reductase
Some dibenzo compounds might help treat cancer with fewer side effects.
research Tuning Scaffold Properties of New 1,4-Substituted Pyrrolo[3,2-c]quinoline Derivatives Endowed with Anticancer Potential, New Biological and In Silico Insights
Compound 7p shows strong potential as an anticancer agent.
![Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/Arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/Aryl) Alkyl/Arylamido]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear](/images/assets/861159f1-7bd4-420c-a16b-4829458efe68/small/15592.jpg)
research Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/aryl) alkyl/arylamido]-4-methyl-4-aza-5α-androstan-3-ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear11The research has been supported by Endorecherche that is seeking patent protection for the new compounds. F. Labrie is President of Endorecherche.
The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
research An improved synthesis of finasteride from 4-androsten-3,17-dione
The new method makes finasteride cheaper and easier to produce.
research Introduction to this second series of Biometals webinars, The biology of mammalian multi-copper ferroxidases, Arsenic antibiotics: old and new
Some bacteria use arsenic compounds as antibiotics, and others have evolved resistance; a particular arsenic-based compound shows potential as a new antimalarial treatment.
research Synthesis of novel andostane-N-cyclohexyl-17-carboxamides, and their effect on the 5α-reductase isoform 2, the androgen receptor, and androgen-dependent glands
New compounds were made and tested, with compound 6 showing potential for treating prostate-related diseases.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New steroidal compounds could be effective for treating conditions related to 5α-reductase enzyme activity.
research Determination of 19 illegally added chemical ingredients in hair loss prevention cosmetics by ultra-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole-time of flight mass spectrometry
A new method can quickly and accurately detect illegal chemicals in hair loss products.
research Green and Emerging Microextraction Strategies for Bioanalytical Determination of Hormones: Trends, Challenges, and Applications
Microextraction techniques improve hormone testing while being environmentally friendly.
![Synthesis and 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity of 8-Substituted Benzo[ƒ]Quinolinones Derived from Palladium Mediated Coupling Reactions](/images/assets/2aedba8c-b0ac-4fa3-9ac7-9f375a016bba/small/15581.jpg)
research Synthesis and 5α-reductase inhibitory activity of 8-substituted benzo[ƒ]quinolinones derived from palladium mediated coupling reactions
Some newly made compounds can block an enzyme linked to hair loss and prostate growth, with one in particular being very selective.
research Characterization of spironolactone and metabolites derivatized using Girard's reagent P using mass spectrometry and ion mobility spectrometry
Girard's reagent P improves detection of spironolactone and its metabolites.
research AN EFFICIENT SYNTHESIS OF DUTASTERIDE: UTILIZING BENZOYL GROUP AS NOVEL LACTAMIC PROTECTING GROUP
Researchers created a new, efficient way to make Dutasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, with high purity using a benzoyl group.
research 3D bioprinted melanoma constructs reveal delivery-dependent efficacy of phytochemical-gold nanoparticle formulations
Gold nanoparticle-phytochemical combinations work better against melanoma in 3D models than separate components.
research Chronic Arsenicism: Criminal Poisoning or Drug-Intoxication?
Arsenic poisoning can be caused by both criminal acts and certain medical treatments.
research Optimization of finasteride nano-emulsion preparation by using chemometrics approaches (and/or Box-Behnken design and regresion model)
research Pathogenesis of Chemical Leukoderma and Chemical‐Induced Vitiligo
Chemical leukoderma is temporary, while chemical-induced vitiligo can be persistent and harder to treat.
research Bioactive metabolites of edible mushrooms efficacious against androgenic alopecia: Targeting SRD5A2 using computational approach
Mushroom compounds may help treat hair loss better than Finasteride.
research Theoretical evaluation of interaction of some dibenzo derivatives on both androgen receptor and 5α-reductase enzyme
Certain Dibenzo derivatives may help treat prostate cancer.
research A Convenient Synthesis of (16S,20S)-3β-Hydroxy-5α-pregnane-20,16-carbolactam and Its N-alkyl Derivatives
A new, efficient method was developed to synthesize a specific compound and its derivatives.
research Crystallization Engineering in Aza-Steroid: Application in the Development of Finasteride
A new method was developed to purify finasteride for better medical use.
research Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of novel androst-3,5-diene-3-carboxylic acid derivatives as inhibitors of 5α-reductase type 1 and 2
New chemical compounds were made that effectively block an enzyme linked to prostate growth.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Dye
Herbal hair dye is safer and effective compared to synthetic dyes.
research Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Hair Dye
Herbal hair dye is safer and effective compared to synthetic dyes.
research Resveratrol derivatives: a patent review (2009 – 2012)
New resveratrol-related compounds show promise for treating various health issues but need more research for clinical use.
research Synthesis and in Vitro Evaluation of 4-Substituted N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-4-androstene-17.beta.-carboxamides as 5.alpha.-Reductase Inhibitors and Antiandrogens
The new compounds moderately block a specific enzyme and strongly counteract a male hormone, suggesting potential for treating certain male-related health conditions.
research ANÁLISE MICROBIOLÓGICA DE MATÉRIAS-PRIMAS E FORMULAÇÕES DE UMA FARMÁCIA DE MANIPULAÇÃO NA CIDADE DE VENÂNCIO AIRES/RS
The compounding pharmacy in Venâncio Aires generally follows good practices, with only the Paracetamol sample showing significant microbial growth.
research Core-shell and core-amphiphilic branched shell nanocarriers based on biodegradable hyperbranched polymers, as potential drug delivery systems
The new biodegradable nanocarriers safely and effectively deliver drugs into the skin.
research Formulation development of phospholipid structured carrier systems of methoxsalen and finasteride for skin diseases
research Comparative Effect of Datura Metel Leaf and Flower Extracts for Hair Formulations
Combining Datura metel leaf and flower extracts can enhance hair growth without skin irritation.