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August 1992 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride doesn't affect hormone levels in normal men.
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January 2026 in “Dermatologic Therapy” 0.5% minoxidil mesotherapy is more effective and safe for hair growth in women with androgenetic alopecia than topical 2% minoxidil.
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May 1989 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Spironolactone effectively reduces hair growth in women with hirsutism and is generally well-tolerated.
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May 2013 in “The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology” Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
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March 2006 in “Cns Drug Reviews” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
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November 2002 in “Endocrine practice” The patient's high testosterone was reduced by a medication that suppresses gonadotropin.
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January 1984 in “Journal of psychosomatic obstetrics and gynecology/Journal of psychosomatic obstetrics and gynaecology” The treatment reduced hair growth and testosterone in women with excess hair and had some effects on stress responses.
April 2016 in “The FASEB Journal” Blocking androgen receptors early in life increases estrogen levels and reduces sexual motivation in male rats.
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January 1991 in “PubMed” 2% Minoxidil does not prevent hair loss during chemotherapy.
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October 2014 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” The study found a way to improve a skin-applied minoxidil formula using a specific design method.
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October 2018 in “Sains Malaysiana” Testosterone reduces key molecules needed for early pregnancy in rats.
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April 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” The combination of finasteride and minoxidil is as safe and effective as minoxidil alone for improving hair growth in men.
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January 2008 in “Journal of Molecular Neuroscience”
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September 2013 in “Journal of biomolecular structure and dynamics/Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics” Caribine from traditional Chinese medicine may help treat hair loss.
August 2017 in “Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin” Finasteride may cause depression, suicidal thoughts, and sexual side effects.
January 2009 in “Gynäkologische Endokrinologie” Minoxidil solution can effectively treat hair thinning in women.
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October 2002 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Enzyme activities do not cause early pubic hair in these girls.
November 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Alpha-MSH affects mitochondrial function, and MC1R mutations may increase skin aging.
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May 2022 in “World Journal of Biological Chemistry” Progesterone may help trans women with breast development and health, but more research is needed.
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September 1977 in “The Lancet” Minoxidil with propranolol and diuretics lowers blood pressure but causes fluid retention and hair growth.
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April 1998 in “Steroids” Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.
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June 2019 in “Current Developments in Nutrition” S-equol supplements significantly reduced menopausal symptoms in most women.
November 1982 in “Inpharma” Spironolactone reduces hair growth in women with unexplained excessive hairiness.
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January 2017 in “Farmacia” Finasteride can still be used for hair loss with careful consideration of side effects and patient information.
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November 2015 in “Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders” Teriflunomide is safe and tolerable for treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, with manageable side effects.
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August 2014 in “International Journal of Women's Health” The estradiol valerate/dienogest oral contraceptive helps with heavy periods, may improve acne and symptoms in PCOS, and doesn't affect sexual function.