9 citations
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October 1993 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” Finasteride doesn't affect antipyrine metabolism, so interactions with cytochrome P-450 enzyme drugs are unlikely.
6 citations
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October 1993 in “Endocrinology” Finasteride blocks progesterone production in specific tumor cells, potentially causing side effects.
13 citations
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November 2014 in “Toxicology Letters” Finasteride affects UGT1A4 enzyme, but not enough to cause issues when combined with other drugs.
55 citations
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March 1990 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride may treat baldness but less effective for those with 5α-reductase deficiency.
18 citations
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November 2007 in “Annals of Surgery” Finasteride reduces inflammation and improves immune response after trauma by altering hormone levels.
6 citations
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April 2015 in “Behavioural Brain Research” Finasteride worsens stress effects on sensory processes, possibly linking to anxiety/depression.
195 citations
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February 2007 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Dutasteride and finasteride may reduce sperm count and volume but don't affect movement or shape; effects are reversible after stopping.
30 citations
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August 1992 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Finasteride doesn't affect hormone levels in normal men.
5 citations
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May 2020 in “Diagnostics” Lower zinc levels may predict less effective hair loss treatment.
October 2006 in “Eclética Química” Three methods accurately measure finasteride in tablets using dyes and bromate-bromide.
33 citations
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December 2015 in “Neuroendocrinology” Finasteride treatment changes brain steroid levels and receptors, affecting brain function even after stopping treatment.
1 citations
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February 2013 in “African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology” Finasteride lowers good cholesterol, raises bad fats, and may increase heart disease risk.
36 citations
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September 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
13 citations
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February 2006 in “Analytical Biochemistry” New method accurately measures finasteride in tablets.
2 citations
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September 2017 in “Archives of Medical Science” Finasteride affects offspring's antioxidant enzymes in epididymis, possibly disrupting sperm maturation.
January 2016 in “International journal of advanced research in chemical sciences” A new method using NBD-CL can accurately and precisely measure finasteride in medicine, and could be used regularly for quality control in the industry.
45 citations
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
34 citations
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June 2011 in “Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research” Three drugs change mice's alcohol drinking patterns by affecting GABAA receptors.
31 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can promote hair growth and improve facial aesthetics, including reducing acne scars and facial burns, and it works best with three initial monthly injections.
12 citations
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June 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can promote new hair growth and increase hair density, but its effectiveness varies depending on the type of hair loss.
8 citations
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March 2020 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Finasteride and minoxidil together safely and effectively increase hair growth and density for androgenetic alopecia.
3 citations
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January 2011 The method measures finasteride accurately and cheaply using UV light.
August 2025 in “Research Square (Research Square)” High TNF-α levels may increase hair loss risk after PRP therapy.
37 citations
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September 2018 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology” Finasteride treatment in male rats causes long-lasting effects on depression-like behavior, brain cell growth, inflammation, and gut bacteria composition.
November 2023 in “Acta scientific pharmaceutical sciences” Different methods accurately measure Finasteride in medicines and body fluids.
October 2020 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections effectively treat hair loss and thinning in both men and women, with high satisfaction and no major side effects.
53 citations
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June 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” PRP treatment helps hair growth in most cases, but more research needed.
4 citations
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January 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” PRP injections may slightly improve hair density and count for male hair loss, but more research is needed.
Using microneedling with PRP improves skin and hair conditions more than microneedling alone.
1 citations
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April 2019 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma shows potential for hair growth, but more research is needed to determine the best preparation method.