research Four-amino acid segment in steroid 5 alpha-reductase 1 confers sensitivity to finasteride, a competitive inhibitor.
Four-amino acid part makes enzyme sensitive to finasteride.
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research Antihelminthic Drugs
Antihelminthic drugs treat worm infections but face challenges like low treatment coverage and potential drug resistance, with various side effects reported for different drugs.
research Crystal Structure of 3-Oxo-4-Aza-5-Alpha-Androstone-17 β-Tert-Butyl Carboxamide with an O···H–(C, N) Acceptor Four-Center Hydrogen Bond
The research shows that hydrogen bonds greatly affect the crystal structure of a Finasteride derivative.
research 554 Repurposing a clinical antimalarial for the therapeutic induction of lethal ER stress targeting BRAF-kinase inhibitor-resistant malignant melanoma
Mefloquine, an antimalarial drug, is effective in killing melanoma cells resistant to other treatments by causing lethal stress in the cells.
research Targeting telomeric RNA quadruplexes with natural metabolites to prevent cancer
research Reversal of male-pattern baldness, hypertrichosis, and accelerated hair and nail growth in patients receiving benoxaprofen.
research Optimization and Characterization of <i>Cuscuta reflexa </i>Extract Loaded Phytosomes by the Box-Behnken Design to Improve the Oral Bioavailability
Phytosomal nanocarriers can significantly increase the bioavailability of Cuscuta reflexa extract.
research The action of diazoxide and minoxidil sulphate on rat blood vessels: a comparison with cromakalim
Diazoxide, minoxidil sulphate, and cromakalim relax rat blood vessels by opening K+ channels, with some differences in their actions.
research Synthesis and Study of Some 17a-aza-D-homo Steroids as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
The research found that compound 6, a newly created steroid, is more effective at inhibiting 5α-reductase (an enzyme) than current treatments, suggesting it could be a better option for treating urinary tract symptoms in men.
research Alfuzosin/finasteride
research Alfuzosin/finasteride
research Enhancing Quercetin Bioavailability Attenuates Aging Phenotypes via the Gut Microbiota–Intestinal Barrier Axis in Aged Mice
Bioavailable quercetin may help improve aging signs by positively affecting gut health.
research A Nano-Pharmaceutical Formula of Quercetin Protects from Cardiovascular Complications Associated with Metabolic Syndrome
A nano-formula of quercetin effectively improves heart health in metabolic syndrome.
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 Studies on lysosomes—XIII
Stilbamidine and hydroxystilbamidine inhibit enzyme release from lysosomes and have effects similar to cortisol and chloroquine.
research Natural Product-Inspired Bis(trifluoromethyl) Phenyl Hydroxycinnamate Derivatives as Promising Nonsteroidal Inhibitors of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase Type-1: Synthesis, In Vitro, and In Silico Studies
New compounds show promise as nonsteroidal treatments for hair loss.
research Synthesis and in Vitro Evaluation of 4-Substituted N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-oxo-4-androstene-17.beta.-carboxamides as 5.alpha.-Reductase Inhibitors and Antiandrogens
The new compounds moderately block a specific enzyme and strongly counteract a male hormone, suggesting potential for treating certain male-related health conditions.
research Glyburide blocks the relaxation response to BRL 34915 (cromakalim), minoxidil sulfate and diazoxide in vascular smooth muscle.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors, antiviral and anti-tumor activities of some steroidal cyanopyridinone derivatives
Some newly made compounds are promising for treating enlarged prostate, hair loss, viruses, and prostate cancer, and might be better than current drugs.
research Aromatic C-nitrosation of a bioactive molecule. Nitrosation of minoxidil
Minoxidil reacts to nitrosation 7 times more than phenol, mainly due to its -NH₂ groups, leading to the creation of N-nitrosominoxidil.
research Novel modulatory effects of neurosteroids and benzodiazepines on excitatory and inhibitory neurons excitability: a multi-electrode array recording study
Neurosteroids and benzodiazepines reduce neuron excitability, with lasting effects on inhibitory neurons.
research Investigation of intermolecular interactions in finasteride drug crystals in view of X-ray and Hirshfeld surface analysis
Finasteride crystals are held together by hydrogen bonds and weak interactions, forming synthon pseudopolymorphs.
research Search for New antineoplastic agents based on structural modifications of steroidal 5α-reductase, 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase, and 17α-hydroxylase/17,20-lyase inhibitors
Modifying steroidal inhibitors shows promise for developing new cancer treatments.
research Design, synthesis, and biological activity of TLR7-based compounds for chemotherapy-induced alopecia
TLR7-based compounds may help manage chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
research Diphenyl ethers as androgen receptor antagonists for the topical suppression of sebum production
Diphenyl ethers can potentially reduce excess oil production when applied on the skin, helping treat conditions like acne.
research Synthesis of N-Substituted 3-Oxo-17b- carboxamide-4-aza-5a-androstanes and the Tautomerism of 3-Oxo-4-aza-5-androstenes
Researchers made two new compounds that could be used for medicine.
research Lipid-based liquid crystals as drug delivery vehicles for antimicrobial peptides
Cubosomes enhance antimicrobial peptide stability and effectiveness.
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research Antiexudative Effects of Finasteride and a New Pyrazolo[C]Pyridine Derivative GIZh-72 in Acetic Acid-Induced Experimental Peritonitis
Finasteride and GIZh-72 reduce inflammation, with GIZh-72 being more effective.
research Unraveling the mechanism of action of cepharanthine for the treatment of novel coronavirus pneumonia (COVID-19) from the perspectives of systematic pharmacology
Cepharanthine may help treat COVID-19 by targeting multiple pathways.
research Development and Validation of Spectrophotometric Method for Determination of Finasteride in Pharmaceutical Formulation Using 1,2-Naphthoquine-4-sulfonate (NQS)
New method accurately measures finasteride in medicine using NQS.