research Interventions for hirsutism (excluding laser and photoepilation therapy alone)
Some medicines can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to compare treatments and consider side effects.
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research Gene expression of type 2 17β hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase in scalp hairs of hirsute women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp following topical latanoprost for androgenetic alopecia
Latanoprost may cause scalp inflammation and delayed healing.
research Development and Validation of HPLC Method for Simultaneous Estimation of Minoxidil and Finasteride in Topical Solution
A reliable method was created to measure Minoxidil and Finasteride in a solution.
research Advancements in Therapeutic Deep Eutectic Solvents as Multifunctional Transdermal Delivery Systems
TheDES improve drug delivery through the skin but need more safety checks.
research Comparison of Spironolactone, Flutamide, and Finasteride Efficacy in the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial1
Spironolactone most effective for hirsutism, but has side effects.
research Profiling steroid and thyroid hormones with hair analysis in a cohort of women aged 25 to 45 years old
The method can measure multiple hormones in women's hair and may help identify hormone-related health issues.
research New Synthesis of Finasteride
A new method to make Finasteride is more cost-effective and yields 16%.
research Comparison of pharmacokinetics and relative bioavailabilities of two kinds of finasteride tablets
research Estrogens and Human Scalp Hair Growth—Still More Questions than Answers
The effects of estrogen on human hair growth are unclear and need more research.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp from topical minoxidil 5% solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research Preparation, Optimization, In vitro Evaluation and Ex vivo Permeation Studies of Finasteride loaded gel Formulations Prepared by using Response SurfaceMethodology
The combination of propylene glycol and Tween® 80 improves finasteride gel effectiveness.
research Determination of Finasteride in Human Plasma by LC-MS and Study on its Bioequivalent
The two finasteride tablets are bioequivalent.
research Agitation as a Paradoxical Effect of Divalproex Sodium: A Case Report
Divalproex sodium can unexpectedly cause agitation and hyperactivity in some patients.
research Correlations between hormonal intrauterine devices and androgenic skin conditions: A retrospective cohort study
Hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) may cause or worsen skin conditions influenced by androgens.
research Topical Eflornithine
Eflornithine cream effectively reduces women's unwanted facial hair but hair returns if treatment stops.
research Simultaneous Quantification of Dutasteride and Silodosin Using a Stability-Indicating RP-HPLC Approach
The method accurately and quickly measures silodosin and dutasteride in mixtures.
research PD20-08 INVESTIGATION OF SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION LINKED TO FINASTERIDE USE: A PHARMACOVIGILANCE ANALYSIS
Finasteride use is strongly linked to sexual dysfunction, especially in young men treating hair loss.
research The role of estrogen in cutaneous ageing and repair
Estrogen helps improve skin aging and healing, especially in post-menopausal women.
research Comparison of high-dose finasteride (5 mg/day) versus low-dose finasteride (2.5 mg/day) in the treatment of hirsutism
Low-dose finasteride effectively treats hirsutism, is safe, and cost-effective.
research A Phase 1 Study to Investigate the Effects of Cortexolone 17α‐Propionate, Also Known as Clascoterone, on the QT Interval Using the Meal Effect to Demonstrate ECG Assay Sensitivity
Clascoterone is safe for the heart, even at high doses.
research Apparent Cortisone Reductase Deficiency: A Rare Cause of Hyperandrogenemia and Hypercortisolism
Cortisone reductase deficiency can cause high androgen and cortisol levels and may be missed in women with similar symptoms.
research Markers of peripheral androgen action in vivo and in vitro
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is crucial for conditions like male-pattern baldness and acne, and measuring a byproduct, androstanediol glucuronide, is a better way to assess DHT's effects than DHT blood levels.
research The Effects of Metformin, Ethinyl Estradiol/Cyproterone Acetate, and Metformin Ethinyl Estradiol/Cyproterone Acetate Combination Therapy on Carotid Artery Intima-media Thickness in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Metformin improves early signs of heart disease in women with PCOS and raises apelin levels, but doesn't significantly change artery thickness.
research Stroke Risk Factors Unique to Women
Women have unique stroke risks due to hormones, contraceptives, pregnancy, and menopause.
research Implications of neuroimaging for the treatment of epilepsy
Neuroimaging suggests that treatments targeting brain steroids could help control epilepsy, especially types linked to the menstrual cycle.
research Usefulness of a 12-month treatment with finasteride in idiophathic and polycystic ovary syndrome-associated hirsutism.
research Ferrous sulfate overdose
St. John's Wort may reduce the effectiveness of finasteride by increasing its breakdown in the body.
research <i>In-Vitro</i> Effect of Sex Steroids on Mouse Melanoma (B16F10) Cell Growth
Sex steroids, especially progesterone, can slow down the growth of mouse melanoma cells.
research Pregnenolone for the treatment of L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson's disease
Pregnenolone might help manage movement issues caused by Parkinson's disease treatment without reducing the medicine's effectiveness.