research Effect of finasteride on adrenal steroidogenesis in men.
Finasteride, when taken daily, lowers dihydrotestosterone levels but doesn't noticeably affect adrenal steroid production, except by blocking the 5 alpha-reductase enzyme.
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research Allosteric interactions prime androgen receptor dimerization and activation
Certain interactions help prepare the androgen receptor for pairing and activation, which is important for its role in development and disease.
research Actos, slings, finasteride, and the vaccine compensation solution.
research Benzothiazepines, diltiazem and JTV-519, exert an anxiolytic-like effect via neurosteroid biosynthesis in mice
Benzothiazepines like diltiazem reduce anxiety in mice by making neurosteroids.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New 16-Methyl Pregnane Derivatives.
New pregnane derivatives were more effective than finasteride at inhibiting a key enzyme for male pattern baldness.
research Crystal Structure and Synthesis of 17α-Acetoxy-4-bromopregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
The document concludes that a compound with potential for treating prostate cancer and hair loss was successfully made and its detailed structure was confirmed.
research Neurosteroid Synthesis-Mediated Regulation of GABAAReceptors: Relevance to the Ovarian Cycle and Stress
Ovarian and stress hormones can change GABA A receptors through neurosteroids.
research The Acute Anticonvulsant Effects of Deoxycorticosterone in Developing Rats: Role of Metabolites and Mineralocorticoid‐receptor Responses
Deoxycorticosterone and its metabolites help prevent seizures by interacting with specific receptors.
research Human androgenic steroids affect growth of dermatophytes in vitro
Androgenic steroids can slow down or stop the growth of certain skin fungi.
research Drug safety evaluation of exemestane
Exemestane is effective and safe for treating certain breast cancers, with mild side effects, but needs more research on long-term effects.
research SARMS vs. anabolic steroids: comparative analysis of mechanisms, effects and health implications
research Cutaneous Corticosteroid Injection and Amaurosis
Smaller, diluted corticosteroid injections reduce the risk of vision loss.
research Oxidative Activity of the Type 2 Isozyme of 17β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (17β-HSD) Predominates in Human Sebaceous Glands
The enzyme 17β-HSD type 2 mainly performs oxidation in human sebaceous glands, which may help protect against acne.
research Antiandrogens
Antiandrogens block male hormones and are not safe during pregnancy.
research Treatment of Steroid-Resistant Beard-Restricted Alopecia Areata with Baricitinib
Baricitinib helped treat a man's beard hair loss when steroids didn't work.
research Neuroactive Steroids: Functions, Mechanisms of Action and Physiologic Relevance
Allopregnanolone may enhance alcohol's effects on dopamine neurons, influencing addiction risk.
research Intralesional betamethasone as a therapeutic option for alopecia areata
Betamethasone can effectively treat alopecia areata.
research Androgenetic Alopecia From A to Z
research “Finasteride”
research Effect of a novel steroid (PM-9) on the inhibition of 5α-reductase present in Penicillium crustosum broths
PM-9 and finasteride effectively inhibit the enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT.
research The First Syntheses of 16β-Chloro- and 16β-Bromo-cyproterone Acetate
Scientists made two new chemicals that might help treat diseases caused by male hormones.
research Desideratum dermatologicum--cause and control of premenstrual acne flare
Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.
research 5α-Reductase Type 2 Regulates Glucocorticoid Action and Metabolic Phenotype in Human Hepatocytes
Manipulating 5α-reductase type 2 can affect liver fat production and glucocorticoid effects.
research Local Injection of Steroids and Hair Regrowth in Alopecias
Steroid injections can help regrow hair in some alopecia cases.
research The Ability of Nutrient Antioxidants to Influence Oxidative Stress and Lower the Dose of Prednisolone in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Antioxidants helped reduce prednisolone dosage and improved hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
research Trilostane treatment of a dog with functional adrenocortical neoplasia
Trilostane helped a dog with an adrenal tumor feel better and stay healthy.
research Aromatase-independent testosterone conversion into estrogenic steroids is inhibited by a 5α-reductase inhibitor
Combining 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibitors may better reduce estrogen levels.
research 52243 AH-001: An Emerging Androgen Receptor Degrader Showing Therapeutic Potential in Addressing Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)
AH-001 could be a safer and more effective treatment for hair loss.
research Sequential high‐ and low‐dose systemic corticosteroid therapy for severe childhood alopecia areata
High and low doses of prednisolone helped 62% of children with severe alopecia regrow hair with some weight gain and mild acne as side effects.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.