research Antihormonal properties of some new A-homo-B, 19-dinor steroids of the androstane series
New A-homo-B, 19-dinor steroids showed strong antiandrogenic activity without affecting the enzyme 5α-reductase or androgen receptor binding.
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research Mechanism of action of minoxidil sulfate-induced vasodilation: a role for increased K+ permeability.
Minoxidil sulfate relaxes muscle by increasing potassium flow, making it a unique muscle relaxer.
research 1370 17β-estradiol may control human HF growth also via up-regulating the expression of cannabinoid receptor type1 expression
17β-estradiol may help hair growth by increasing cannabinoid receptor type 1.
research Testosterone modulation of seizure susceptibility is mediated by neurosteroids 3α-androstanediol and 17β-estradiol
Testosterone increases seizure risk through its conversion to specific neurosteroids.
research Crystallization and preliminary X-ray analysis of the human androgen receptor ligand-binding domain with a coactivator-like peptide and selective androgen receptor modulators
Scientists successfully created and analyzed the structure of a part of the human androgen receptor with specific modulators and a peptide to understand how it binds differently in various tissues.
research Biochemical Mechanisms by Which Minoxidil Sulfate Influences Mammalian Cells
Minoxidil sulfate relaxes blood vessels by increasing potassium permeability.
research 176 Characterising Neurotransmitter Signalling in Human Skin and Hair Follicles
Skin and hair cells release serotonin and histamine naturally, which could help improve skin health.
research Breaking the ‘rule-of-five’ to access bridged bicyclic heteroaromatic bioisosteres
A new method creates unique chemical structures that could improve drug discovery.
research Mutation in 5′ upstream region of GCH I gene causes familial dopa-responsive dystonia
A specific gene mutation is linked to a hereditary form of dystonia that responds well to certain medications.
research The Treatment of Resistant Hypertension
New treatments improved blood pressure control in patients with resistant hypertension.
research Expression and functional relevance of melatonin receptors in hair follicle biology
Melatonin receptors in hair follicles help regulate hair growth and could treat hair loss.
research Drug Repurposing Patent Applications July–September 2025
New drug uses show promise but need more research.
research Mechanisms of proton inhibition and sensitization of the cation channel TRPV3
Acid can block TRPV3 from outside the cell but boost its function from inside.
research Isoallopregnanolone reduces tic‐like behaviours in the D1 CT ‐7 mouse model of Tourette syndrome
Isoallopregnanolone may be a safe and effective treatment for reducing tics in a mouse model of Tourette syndrome.
research Minoxidil prevents 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine-induced serotonin depletions: role of mitochondrial ATP-sensitive potassium channels, Akt and ERK
Minoxidil prevents serotonin loss from MDMA by affecting potassium channels and increasing Akt phosphorylation.
research Evaluation of Therapeutic Potential of a Selective 5α-reductase Inhibitor against Glioblastoma: Molecular Docking and In Vitro Insights
research Rational Design of a Topical Androgen Receptor Antagonist for the Suppression of Sebum Production with Properties Suitable for Follicular Delivery
A new compound was created in 2010 that can control oil production when applied to the skin, and its effects are completely reversible after two weeks.
research Theoretical investigation of the conformational space of baicalin
The study found that baicalin has different stable shapes in gas and water, with two shapes better for interacting with positive charges in water.
research Expression and Activity Assay of Human Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Type II in CHO Cells
Finasteride effectively inhibits the enzyme steroid 5 alpha-reductase II.
research Past and Future Strategies for GPCR Deorphanization
Finding functions for unknown GPCRs is hard but key for making new drugs.
research A role of melatonin in neuroectodermal‐mesodermal interactions: the hair follicle synthesizes melatonin and expresses functional melatonin receptors
Hair follicles produce and respond to melatonin, affecting hair growth and sensitivity to estrogen.
research Development of a Doxazosin and Finasteride Transdermal System for Combination Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Researchers created a skin patch that delivers two drugs for treating enlarged prostate, which may improve patient use and dosage control.
research Synaptic‐like vesicles and candidate transduction channels in mechanosensory terminals
SLVs help maintain muscle stretch sensitivity and could aid in treating hypertension and muscle spasticity.
research Chemical profiles and pharmacological attributes of Apis cerana indica beehives using combined experimental and computer-aided studies
Beehive extracts may help with anxiety, depression, and inflammation.
research Mixture effects of endocrine disrupting compounds in vitro
Weak endocrine disruptors in mixtures can have significant effects and should be considered in risk assessments.
research Advances in histamine-mediated allergy management: Expanding perspectives on cetirizine’s therapeutic, safety, and toxicological implications
Cetirizine is effective and safe for treating various allergies, with personalized dosing improving its use.
research Predictive Skin Permeation of Ethinylestradiol,α-Asarone,Finasteride and Risperidone
The Potts-Guy model best predicts skin permeability for the tested drugs.
research Oxytocin Receptor Expression in Hair Follicle Stem Cells: A Promising Model for Biological and Therapeutic Discovery in Neuropsychiatric Disorders
research Disposition and pharmacokinetics of [14C]finasteride after oral administration in humans.
research Role of BK channels and Kv4.2 channels in the electrophysiological properties of Merkel cells in rat whisker hair follicles
BK and Kv4.2 channels help Merkel cells in rat whiskers sense touch.