research Synthesis of a 4-azasteroid hormones compound
Finasteride was successfully synthesized from Pregnadienolone acetate.
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research Crystal Structure of 17-.BETA.-Benzoyloxy-16-.BETA.-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione.
A new antiandrogen compound was made and its detailed three-dimensional shape was described.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New Progesterone Esters as 5.ALPHA.-Reductase Inhibitors
Smaller substituents at C-17 enhance the inhibitory activity of progesterone derivatives on 5alpha-reductase.
research Synthesis and Pharmacological Evaluation of New 16-Methyl Pregnane Derivatives.
New pregnane derivatives were more effective than finasteride at inhibiting a key enzyme for male pattern baldness.
research Reduced metabolites mediate neuroprotective effects of progesterone in the adult rat hippocampus. The synthetic progestin medroxyprogesterone acetate (Provera) is not neuroprotective
Progesterone protects brain cells, but Provera does not.
research Thrombotic risk minimization for D iane‐35 and generics
The use of Diane-35 and its generics significantly decreased in the Netherlands.
research EFFECTS OF A LOW‐DOSE DESOGESTREL‐ETHINYLESTRADIOL COMBINATION ON HIRSUTISM, ANDROGENS AND SEX HORMONE BINDING GLOBULIN IN WOMEN WITH A POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
Low-dose oral contraceptives reduced hair growth and testosterone levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Male hormonal contraception: looking back and moving forward
New male hormonal contraceptives show promise but need more research on long-term effects and funding for larger trials.
research News & Notes
Loop diuretics may double bone loss in elderly men, finasteride lowers prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors, abarelix reduces testosterone quickly, and transdermal testosterone offers minimal sexual benefit for women.
research Sequential estrogen-progestin addition to gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist suppression for the chronic treatment of ovarian hyperandrogenism: a pilot study.
The treatment effectively reduced hair growth and was safe for patients with PCOS, but it needs better bleeding control.
research Molecular interactions of progesterone derivatives with 5α-reductase types 1 and 2 and androgen receptors
Certain progesterone derivatives can inhibit enzymes and reduce androgenic activity, potentially affecting prostate growth.
research Crystal Structure and Synthesis of 17α-Acetoxy-4-bromopregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
The document concludes that a compound with potential for treating prostate cancer and hair loss was successfully made and its detailed structure was confirmed.
research Molecular Interactions of New Pregnenedione Derivatives
The new progesterone derivatives effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and bind to the androgen receptor.
research AB0597 Comparative analysis of safety data of four treatment regimens in early rheumatoid arthritis patients
Methotrexate plus prednisolone had the fewest serious side effects.
research Contraceptive implants considered 'safe'
Some birth control pills increase blood clot risk; use them for specific conditions only.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Hormonal contraceptives and related compounds can increase health risks like thrombosis and affect sexual function.
research Crystal Structure and Synthesis of 17α-Hexanoyloxy-16β-methylpregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione
A new compound that could treat various androgen-related conditions was created and analyzed.
research Latest advances in oral hormonal male contraception: efficacy, mechanisms of action, and future perspectives
New male contraceptive pills show promise in reducing sperm production with mild side effects.
research Hormonal Treatment of Transgender Women with Oral Estradiol
Oral estradiol works for many transgender women but needs personalized dosing and monitoring.
research The First Syntheses of 16β-Chloro- and 16β-Bromo-cyproterone Acetate
Scientists made two new chemicals that might help treat diseases caused by male hormones.
research Pharmacological Profile of 9,11-Dehydrocortexolone 17α-Butyrate (CB-03-04), a New Androgen Antagonist with Antigonadotropic Activity
CB-03-04 shows promise as a treatment for prostate issues due to its strong anti-androgen effects.
research Novel progestogenic androgens for male contraception: design, synthesis, and activity of C7 α-substituted testosterone
New testosterone analogs show promise for male contraception with better activity and potentially fewer side effects.
research Neuroactive steroids inhibit spinal reflex potentiation by selectively enhancing specific spinal GABAA receptor subtypes
Progesterone reduces spinal reflex activity by increasing certain GABA(A) receptor subtypes.
research The neurosteroid metabolite of progesterone, 3α‐OH‐dihydroprogesterone (3α‐OH‐DHP), is required for attenuated baroreflex mediated sympathoexcitation in pregnancy
3α‐OH‐DHP is essential for reducing nerve activity related to blood pressure control during pregnancy.
research The effect of an oral contraceptive containing ethinylestradiol and desogestrel on hair growth and hormonal parameters of hirsute women
The contraceptive reduced hair growth and altered hormone levels in hirsute women.
research Use of high dose cyproterone acetate and risk of intracranial meningioma in women: cohort study
High doses of cyproterone acetate increase the risk of brain tumors in women, but the risk decreases after stopping the medication.
research A new method for synthesis of finasteride
A new, safer method to make finasteride from progesterone is effective for industrial use.
research Un nuevo anovulador antiandrogénico
El acetato de ciproterona trata problemas androgénicos como hirsutismo, acné, seborrea y alopecia con diferentes dosis y combinaciones.
research Chemical Synthetic Disease Modifying Drugs (csDMARD) Used forRheumatoid Arthritis
Methotrexate is effective for rheumatoid arthritis but can cause side effects.
research Desideratum dermatologicum--cause and control of premenstrual acne flare
Taking a small dose of prednisone before menstruation can almost completely prevent premenstrual acne with few side effects.