research Expression of concern: potential risk for developing severe COVID-19 disease among anabolic steroid users
Anabolic steroid users may face higher risk of severe COVID-19.
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510-540 / 1000+ results research Solubilization and Solid‐State Characterization of a Poorly Soluble 5‐α Reductase Inhibitor
GI197111X is best dissolved in Capmul MCM for trials.
research EFECTO DE LA TESTOSTERONA, 4-HIDROXIANDROSTENDIONA Y FINASTERIDE SOBRE LA HEMOSTASIA EN UN MODELO DE ISQUEMIA/REPERFUSION CORONARIA EN RATA
Testosterone, 4-hydroxyandrostenedione, and finasteride affect blood clotting differently in stressed heart conditions.
research Inhibitors of 5α -Reductase Type I in LNCaP Cells from the Roots of Angelica koreana
Compounds from Angelica koreana roots, especially osthenol, could be effective for treating conditions like prostate disease and hair loss.
research Evaluating the safety profile of α-1 blockers, 5α-reductase inhibitors, and PDE5I for BPH: a disproportionality analysis of real-world adverse events based on FDA adverse event reporting system (FAERS)
PDE5 inhibitors cause earlier adverse events in BPH treatment, requiring careful monitoring.
research ENHANCEMENT OF FOLLICULAR DELIVERY OF FINASTERIDE IN NIOSOMALAND PRONIOSOMAL GEL FORM FOR TREATING ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA
Finasteride, a hair loss treatment, works better and is more stable when delivered through specially prepared gels, leading to increased hair growth.
research Effect of Testosterone Supplementation With and Without a Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibitor on Fat-Free Mass in Men With Suppressed Testosterone Production
Testosterone's muscle-building effects do not require its conversion to DHT.
research The hyperandrogenic-insulin-resistant acanthosis nigricans syndrome: therapeutic response
Most patients improved with oral contraceptives, but some needed additional treatment.
research Strontium ranelate promotes chondrogenesis through inhibition of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway
Strontium ranelate helps cartilage growth by blocking a specific cell pathway.
research Mitigating GLP-1–Related Dermatologic Adverse Effects through Methylene Blue’s Antioxidant Action
Methylene blue, combined with ceramides, may reduce skin and hair side effects from GLP-1 therapy.
research 5 Alpha-reductase inhibitors: whatʼs new?
A new drug, dutasteride, is at least as effective as the older drug, finasteride, for treating enlarged prostate and may have additional uses.
research Unsuccessful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Simvastatin/Ezetimibe: Experience in 12 Patients
Simvastatin/ezetimibe did not effectively treat severe alopecia areata and caused side effects in some patients.
research Sex-Chromosome-Related Dimorphism in Steroidogenic Enzymes and Androgen Receptor in Response to Testosterone Treatment: An In Vitro Study on Human Primary Skeletal Muscle Cells
Chromosomal differences affect how muscle cells respond to testosterone.
research Pharmacological Role and Clinical Applications of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors-Review Article for Pharmacists and Healthcare Professionals
5α-reductase inhibitors help treat prostate enlargement and hair loss but may cause side effects, requiring careful use.
research Classification scale for male and female androgenetic alopecia.
Scale created to measure hair loss in men and women; MK-386 reduces acne; Niaspan treats dyslipidemia; minoxidil increases heart rate.
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.
research Characterization of recombinant human liver dehydroepiandrosterone sulfotransferase with minoxidil as the substrate
Human liver enzyme DHEA ST helps process minoxidil.
research Efficient Silencing of Androgen Receptor Gene via UTR-Targeting siRNAs for Androgenetic Alopecia Therapy
AR-27 E-Chol siRNA can effectively regrow hair by reducing androgen receptor gene activity.
research Social media for arthritis-related comparative effectiveness and safety research and the impact of direct-to-consumer advertising
Social media can help compare the effectiveness and safety of new arthritis medications.
research Smoothened antagonists for hair inhibition
Two new compounds were found to effectively reduce hair growth in mice.
research The use of anabolic androgenic steroids: A focus on polypharmacy
Using high doses and multiple drugs with steroids is risky and should be prevented.
research Reversible exacerbation of obstructive sleep apnea by α1-adrenergic blockade with tamsulosin: A case report
Tamsulosin can worsen sleep apnea in some patients.
research Pharmacokinetic parameters and mechanisms of inhibition of rat type 1 and 2 steroid 5α-reductases: determinants for different in vivo activities of GI198745 and finasteride in the rat 3 3Abbreviations: r5AR1, rat 5α-reductase 1; r5AR2, rat 5α-reductase 2; and DHT, dihydrotestosterone.
GI198745 is more potent and longer-lasting than finasteride, potentially better for treating hair loss.
research The role of dutasteride in the treatment of benign prostatic obstruction and related conditions
Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic obstruction, improves urinary flow, reduces prostate size, and may prevent prostate cancer, but can cause sexual side effects.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.
research Women Also Use 5α-Reductase Inhibitors—Reply
Women also use 5α-reductase inhibitors, and their effects differ from men.
research Cardiovascular Toxicities of Androgen Deprivation Therapy
ADT for prostate cancer may harm the heart, but GnRH antagonists might be safer.
research Patient‐Level Adverse Event Patterns in a Single‐Institution Study of the Multi‐Kinase Inhibitor Sorafenib
Sorafenib often causes mucositis, hand-foot syndrome, rash, alopecia, diarrhea, and fatigue.
research Historical and Current Adenosine Receptor Agonists in Preclinical and Clinical Development
The document concludes that adenosine receptor agonists have potential for treating various conditions, but only a few are approved due to challenges like side effects and the need for selective activation.