research 5α-Reductases In Human Physiology: an Unfolding Story
We need to learn more about 5α-reductases and neuroactive steroids to safely make drugs targeting these enzymes.
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360-390 / 1000+ results research Synthesis and Evaluation of 2‘-Substituted 4-(4‘-Carboxy- or 4‘-carboxymethylbenzylidene)-N-acylpiperidines: Highly Potent and in Vivo Active Steroid 5α-Reductase Type 2 Inhibitors
Compounds 15, 20, and 25 are strong inhibitors of human steroid 5α-reductase type 2.
research Attenzione divisa nei pazienti con cerebrolesione acquisita
Finasteride may cause sexual and psychological side effects by affecting an enzyme related to epinephrine.
research Neurosteroids on the Epilepsy Chessboard—Keeping Seizures in Check
Ketogenic diet, neurosteroids, and HMGB1-TLR4 signaling pathway are potential targets for new epilepsy treatments.
research Inhibition of 5α Reductase Impairs Cognitive Performance, Alters Dendritic Morphology and Increases Tau Phosphorylation in the Hippocampus of Male 3xTg-AD Mice
Blocking 5α-reductase can harm memory and brain structure, and increase harmful brain changes in male mice used for Alzheimer's disease research.
research Agitation as a Paradoxical Effect of Divalproex Sodium: A Case Report
Divalproex sodium can unexpectedly cause agitation and hyperactivity in some patients.
research The Non-Cosmetic Dermatological Use of Botulinum Neurotoxin
Botulinum Neurotoxin-A can treat acne, oily skin, rosacea, hair loss, prevent scars, relieve nerve pain, reduce excessive sweating, and manage psoriasis, but more trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Polyglandular autoimmune syndrome type 4 with GAD antibody and dystonia
Dystonia may be part of PAS-4 and linked to immune issues.
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research The potential involvement of cholinergic system in finasteride induced cognitive dysfunction
Finasteride might affect memory by impacting cholinergic system.
research Squarticles as the nanoantidotes to sequester the overdosed antidepressant for detoxification
Tiny particles called anionic squarticles can effectively remove a common antidepressant from the body after an overdose.
research Botulinum toxin effects on biochemical biomarkers related to inflammation-associated head and neck chronic conditions : a systematic review of clinical research
research On the Effect of Estrogen Receptor Agonists and Antagonists on the Mouse Hair Follicle Cycle
β-estradiol slows hair growth in mice.
research Finasteride/spironolactone
research Pharmacological Activity of Cepharanthine
Cepharanthine has many medicinal uses but needs improvement for better effectiveness.
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 [Striatal involvement on MRI in adrenomyeloneuropathy].
MRI can show unusual brain changes in adrenomyeloneuropathy.
research Inhibitory amino acid transmitters associated with axons in presynaptic apposition to cutaneous primary afferent axons in the cat spinal cord
Presynaptic inhibition of certain nerve fibers in cats is mainly controlled by GABA and glycine.
research A high-performance liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry assay of the androgenic neurosteroid 3α-androstanediol (5α-androstane-3α,17β-diol) in plasma
Testosterone increases 3α-androstanediol levels, which can be blocked by finasteride.
research Physiopathological role of the enzymatic complex 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase in the generation of progesterone and testosterone neuroactive metabolites
The enzymes 5α-reductase and 3α/β-hydroxysteroid oxidoreductase help create brain-active substances from progesterone and testosterone, which could be used for treatment, but more research is needed to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
research Potassium channel openers: therapeutic potential in cardiology and medicine
Potassium channel openers show promise for treating heart disease and other conditions, but more research is needed to fully understand their effects and safety.
research Stress-Induced Deoxycorticosterone-Derived Neurosteroids Modulate GABAAReceptor Function and Seizure Susceptibility
Stress increases neurosteroids that help prevent seizures.
research Safety and efficacy of advanced and targeted acid α-glucosidase (AT-GAA) (ATB200/AT2221) in ERT-switch nonambulatory patients with Pompe disease: preliminary results from the ATB200-02 trial
The combination of tadalafil and finasteride improves urinary symptoms and erectile function in men with enlarged prostates.
research [P2.42]: Neonatal finasteride administration disrupts prepulse inhibition in adulthood
research Dissolving microneedle patch loading dutasteride microspheres for the long-acting treatment of androgenetic alopecia
A dissolving microneedle patch with dutasteride offers effective, long-lasting hair loss treatment with fewer side effects.
research Mitochondrial dysfunction in an animal model of diabetic neuropathy is associated with a reduction of neurosteroid synthesis.
Diabetic neuropathy in mice is linked to poor mitochondria function and lower brain hormone production.
research Lambertianic Acid from Platycladus orientalis Inhibits Muscle Atrophy in Dexamethasone-Induced C2C12 Muscle Atrophy Cells
Lambertianic acid helps prevent muscle wasting.
research Efficacy of an agonist ofα-MSH, the palmitoyl tetrapeptide-20, in hair pigmentation
Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-20 may help reduce hair greying and increase melanin production.
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research Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones: A Novel Class of Potent and Selective Nonsteroidal Inhibitors of Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 1
Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones are effective nonsteroidal inhibitors of human steroid 5α-reductase 1.
research A preliminary study of finasteride in Tourette syndrome
Finasteride reduces Tourette syndrome symptoms, but results may be limited due to potential biases.