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September 1992 in “Steroids” New A-homo-B, 19-dinor steroids showed strong antiandrogenic activity without affecting the enzyme 5α-reductase or androgen receptor binding.
April 2009 in “Journal of Pain” Finasteride reduces pain in male rats and works better with testosterone.
These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
January 2007 in “El Servicio de Difusión de la Creación Intelectual (National University of La Plata)” Combining D-004 and finasteride is more effective at reducing prostate enlargement than using either alone.
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December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” June 2014 in “Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences/Zagazig Journal of Pharmaceutical Science” Ascorbic acid, orlistat, and mastic gum can effectively reduce sweat odor.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Costunolide may have multiple health benefits, including promoting hair growth and protecting against cancer and diabetes, but more research is needed.
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December 2025 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 9 citations
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December 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Systemic steroids can effectively treat alopecia areata with manageable side effects.