research Clinical application of 5α-reductase inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, effectively treat BPH, male baldness, and hirsutism, with potential for acne and prostate cancer prevention.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Efficacy and tolerability of finasteride 1 mg in men aged 41 to 60 years with male pattern hair loss.
Finasteride 1 mg significantly improves hair growth in men aged 41 to 60 with male pattern hair loss.
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 A randomized double blind study of the effect of finasteride on hair growth in male patients of androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride helps hair growth in men but can cause side effects like decreased libido.
research Hirsutism
Hirsutism is when women have too much hair growth, often due to a bit more androgen hormones and sensitive skin.
research An Approach to the Patient with Hirsutism
The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
research Changes in hair weight and hair count in men with androgenetic alopecia after treatment with finasteride, 1 mg, daily
Finasteride increases hair weight and count in men with hair loss.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
research Antiandrogens for the Treatment of Hirsutism: A Systematic Review and Metaanalyses of Randomized Controlled Trials
Antiandrogens are somewhat effective in reducing excessive hair growth in women.
research Hair growth therapy(ies) for androgenetic alopecia
Using a mix of finasteride and minoxidil can significantly regrow hair in men with pattern baldness.
research Sexual Adverse Effects of Finasterid 1mg for Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia in Men
Finasterid 1mg, used for male hair loss, can cause sexual problems in some men, which can last for several months even after stopping the medication.
research Cost-effective therapy in patients with idiopathic hirsutism
Cheap treatments for excessive hair growth in women can improve symptoms by 35-40% after one year.
research Widespread skin hypopigmentation caused by finasteride when used for female hirsutism
Finasteride can cause lasting skin lightening in women.
research Hair: more than just an appendage
A boy and his father with hereditary hypotrichosis simplex were treated for hair loss, but the treatment result is unknown.
research [Anejaculation caused by haemosiderosis: male infertility in hereditary haemochromatosis].
Early diagnosis and treatment of haemochromatosis are crucial for reversing organ damage and improving fertility.
research Investigation of oral finasteride enhanced occipital hair diameter index in different types of male androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride made hair thicker on the back of the head in men with hair loss.
research Analyzing finasteride data
Finasteride slightly improves prostate symptoms but has minimal difference from placebo.
research Spermatozoa and Chronic Treatment with Finasteride: A TEM and FISH Study
Finasteride may negatively affect male fertility.
research Facial hair enhancement with minoxidil—an off-label use
Minoxidil can help increase facial hair growth.
research HIRSUTISM
The document explains that hirsutism, often caused by hormonal issues, can be managed with treatment to improve both physical appearance and mental health.
research An (Ir)reversible Affection of the Sexual Sphere: A Case Report
Finasteride can cause long-lasting sexual dysfunction even after stopping the drug.
research Untargeted Metabolomics and Steroid Signatures in Urine of Male Pattern Baldness Patients after Finasteride Treatment for a Year
Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.
research The effect of finasteride, a 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor, on scalp skin testosterone and dihydrotestosterone concentrations in patients with male pattern baldness.
Finasteride reduces scalp DHT levels, potentially treating male pattern baldness.
research Clinical Corner: Case Report Spermatozoa and Chronic Treatment with Finasteride: A TEM and FISH Study
Long-term finasteride use may affect sperm structure and chromosomes.
research Effect of finasteride on human testicular steroidogenesis.
research Suicidal behaviors (suicidal ideation, suicide attempt and completed suicide) in patients treated with finasteride for hair loss: Results from the U.S. FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database
research Finasteride-associated male infertility
Stopping finasteride can improve sperm count in infertile men.
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 PSA concentration change in men taking low dose finasteride and dutasteride for male androgenetic alopecia
research Hirsutism in young women
Hirsutism in young women is often caused by PCOS and managed with lifestyle changes, treatments, and hormonal therapy, which takes 9-12 months to work.