research Commentary on BPH and Public Health—Have We Lost the Forest Through the Trees?
BPH management needs better long-term studies and prevention strategies.
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120-150 / 1000+ resultsresearch A multifunctional cholesterol-free liposomal platform based on protopanaxadiol for alopecia therapy
A cholesterol-free liposomal platform using protopanaxadiol effectively promotes hair growth and treats alopecia.
research Psychiatry, Medicine
Abortion access should be defended on public health grounds, and medical evaluations are crucial in psychiatric cases to avoid misdiagnosis.
research Comparison of Finasteride (Proscar®) and Serenoa repens (Permixon®) in the Inhibition of 5-Alpha Reductase in Healthy Male Volunteers
Finasteride works better than Permixon in reducing dihydrotestosterone levels.
research Current treatment of BPH
TURP is the best treatment for BPH, but some patients prefer medications like alpha-blockers and finasteride.
research Spectrophotometric and Stability Indicating RP-HPLC-PDA method for Simultaneous Determination of Finasteride and Tamsulosin in Combined Tablet Dosage form
The methods accurately measure Finasteride and Tamsulosin in tablets.
research Off-label prescriptions: patient safety first
Off-label drug use can be risky and requires careful consideration to ensure patient safety.
research Pretibial Pruritic Papular Dermatitis: A Case Report and Emphasis on Effective Treatment with Pentoxifylline
Pentoxifylline effectively improves pretibial pruritic papular dermatitis.
research Editorial comment 1
Finasteride may reduce prostate cancer risk.
research Pioneer of the Month: Ronald Lawrence Shapiro, MD
Ronald Lawrence Shapiro, MD, is recognized as a pioneer in his field.
research Asynchronous telemedicine for isotretinoin management: A direct care pilot
Asynchronous telemedicine for acne treatment is effective and improves access and productivity.
research Effect of finasteride on prostate-specific antigen
Finasteride significantly reduces PSA levels in men, and doctors should adjust PSA readings for those taking the drug.
research Finasteride: Middle-Age Cure-All for Alopecia and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?–Reply–II
Finasteride is beneficial for BPH but requires careful monitoring due to cancer risks.
research Novel tip-loaded dissolving and implantable microneedle array patches for sustained release of finasteride
New dissolving and implantable microneedle patches have been created for a long-lasting, non-invasive delivery of the drug finasteride.
research Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens)
Saw Palmetto is a safe and effective natural remedy for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
research MP44-04 TRENDS IN 5-ALPHA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR USE BEFORE AND AFTER THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION SAFETY WARNING
Prescriptions for 5-alpha reductase inhibitors dropped significantly after the FDA's safety warning, especially for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Proprietary Free Fatty Acid Rich Saw Palmetto Extract (USPlus<sup>®</sup> PRO) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Males: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
USPlus PRO saw palmetto extract improves urinary symptoms and is safe for men.
research Medikamentöse Therapie des benignen Prostatasyndroms (BPS)
Combination drug therapies are more effective for high-risk BPS patients but have more side effects and costs.
research Price Discrimination Across Indications in the Pharmaceutical Industry: The Case of Finasteride
Proscar and Propecia, two drugs with the same ingredient but different dosages, have different prices, showing price discrimination in the pharmaceutical industry.
research WS PRO 160 I 120 mg (a combination of sabal and urtica extract) in patients with LUTS related to BPH
WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
research Dr. Ruth's Pregnancy Guide for Couples: Love, Sex and Medical Facts
research Effectiveness and safety of physician–pharmacist collaborative care for rheumatoid arthritis patients: The Changi General Hospital’s experience
Collaborative care between physicians and pharmacists improved medication management for rheumatoid arthritis without raising costs.
research Health Canada has approved finasteride [Proscar; Merck Frosst] and doxazosin cotherapy
research Premarital Counseling in Relation to Common STDs, Andrological and Dermatological Disorders in Menoufia Governorate
Expanding premarital screening to include skin conditions, STDs, infertility, and male disorders can improve marriage stability.
research High Real-World Medication Adherence and Durable Clinical Benefit in Medicare Patients Treated with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Older patients sticking to their prostate medication saw lasting health benefits.
research Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.
research Relative search popularity of five advanced prostate cancer medications using Google Trends
research 44249 Financing Finasteride: Identifying Resources to Improve Access
GoodRx.com helps find the cheapest options for finasteride, a medication not often covered by insurance.
research Use of Finasteride- Oral Contraceptive Pill Combination in the Treatment of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Related- Infertility
research Nurses' Drug Alert
Some drugs can cause serious side effects, like hypoglycemia from mix-ups, skin reactions, or depression, and while penicillamine may help rheumatoid arthritis more than auranofin, it has more severe side effects.