research The 5α-reductase inhibitor finasteride reduces opioid self-administration in animal models of opioid use disorder
Finasteride reduces opioid use and withdrawal symptoms in animals.
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research 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors for lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic obstruction
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors help treat urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate.
research Adaptogenic herbal extracts for stress-induced dermatoses: a narrative review
Adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and schisandra may help treat stress-related skin issues.
research Neurosteroid-sensitive δ-GABAAreceptors: A role in epileptogenesis?
Blocking neurosteroid production can lead to more seizures and faster epilepsy onset in rats.
research Role of neurosteroid allopregnanolone on age-related differences in exercise-induced hypoalgesia in rats
Mild exercise reduces pain in older rats through a brain chemical, while intense exercise reduces pain in all rats through a different pain-blocking process.
research The steroidogenic inhibitor finasteride reverses pramipexole-induced alterations in probability discounting
Finasteride may help reduce impulsivity caused by pramipexole.
research Unconventional side effects of antidepressants: Focus on emotional blunting
Some antidepressants can cause emotional numbness and other unusual side effects.
research Decreased allopregnanolone induced by hormonal contraceptives is associated with a reduction in social behavior and sexual motivation in female rats
Hormonal contraceptives may reduce social behavior and sexual motivation by lowering allopregnanolone levels.
research Synthetic studies toward the development of novel minoxidil analogs and conjugates with polyamines
New minoxidil compounds with better water solubility were made, but their full effects and safety need more research.
research Anti-inflammatory and anti-hyperplastic effect of Bazhengsan in a male rat model of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis
Bazhengsan reduces inflammation and tissue growth in chronic prostatitis.
research Medical Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Suggestive of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia involves drugs that either quickly relieve symptoms or reduce prostate size, with a combination offering more benefits but more side effects.
research Hormonal manipulation of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS): The role of medications in improvement of quality of life
Medications improve quality of life for men with lower urinary tract symptoms.
research Use of Antiandrogens as Therapeutic Agents in COVID-19 Patients
Antiandrogens may help prevent or treat COVID-19 by blocking virus entry into cells.
research The neurosteroid metabolite of progesterone, 3α‐OH‐dihydroprogesterone (3α‐OH‐DHP), is required for attenuated baroreflex mediated sympathoexcitation in pregnancy
3α‐OH‐DHP is essential for reducing nerve activity related to blood pressure control during pregnancy.
research Psychiatric and sexual dysfunction warnings strengthened for finasteride and dutasteride
Finasteride and dutasteride now have stronger warnings for psychiatric and sexual side effects.
research Appropriateness of oral drugs for long-term treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms in older persons: results of a systematic literature review and international consensus validation process (LUTS-FORTA 2014)
Dutasteride, fesoterodine, and finasteride are beneficial for older patients, while most other drugs should be used cautiously or avoided.
research Internet pharmacy: a web of mistrust?
Stronger regulation and collaboration are needed to ensure online pharmacies are safe and legitimate.
research Dramatic and persistent loss of eyelashes
If a child is losing a lot of eyelashes and it keeps happening, doctors should look carefully at their health history because it might be a sign of a different health problem.
research Quality of Calcium Food Supplements: Evaluation Compared to Manufacturers’ Declarations
Some calcium supplements have more calcium than their labels say, and a few have less.
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 Anethole Ameliorates Acetic Acid-Induced Colitis in Mice: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects
Anethole reduces inflammation and oxidative stress in colitis.
research Study on the mechanism that SNPs related to sex hormone metabolism regulate the imbalance of sex hormones and lead to BPH in rats
Combined finasteride and anastrozole therapy effectively treats BPH, influenced by hormone imbalances and genetics.
research 13C-NMR study of 4-azasteroids in solution and solid state
4-azasteroids, including finasteride, can inhibit 5α-reductase, helping treat conditions like enlarged prostate and hair loss.
research Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Hypertensive Crisis
Minoxidil can lower blood pressure effectively and safely in emergencies.
research Cluster Headache-Acute and Prophylactic Therapy
Sumatriptan injections, high-flow oxygen, and verapamil effectively treat cluster headaches.
research Miscellaneous Steroids
The document concludes that scientists created various steroids with different properties, including a more effective semi-synthetic vitamin D.
research Caractérisation physique et chimique des substances à activité thérapeutique : application aux études de profil de stabilité et de préformulation
APIs' stability is influenced by crystalline forms, pressure, and water.
research Improvement in health‐related quality of life and symptoms of anxiety and depression in patients with alopecia areata randomized to baricitinib or placebo: Results from two international randomized controlled trials
Patients with severe alopecia areata felt better and less anxious or depressed when treated with baricitinib compared to placebo.
research The anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of 2Br-Crebanine and Stephanine from Stephania yunnanenses H. S.Lo
2Br-Crebanine and Stephanine reduce inflammation and pain effectively.