research A Risk-Benefit Assessment of Treatment with Finasteride in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride helps reduce prostate size and symptoms in BPH but is less effective than terazosin and works best for larger prostates.
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research The Post-finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research The Risk of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs).
Men using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for prostate issues may have a slightly higher risk of blood clots.
research An observational study of the association between androgenetic alopecia and size of the prostate
The conclusion is that more hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is linked to larger prostate size, suggesting hair loss could be an early sign of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Safety and Efficacy Assessment of Red Ginseng Oil (RXGIN) in Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Red ginseng oil improves urinary symptoms and some sexual functions in men safely.
research Saw palmetto and finasteride in the treatment of category-iii prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome
Saw palmetto helps with nighttime urination and urine flow, similar to finasteride.
research Effect of dose reduction of dutasteride in combination with alpha-blockers in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic enlargement
Taking dutasteride every other day works as well as daily and better preserves sexual function.
research Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS): The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part I
Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
research Suicidal risk associated with finasteride versus dutasteride among men treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia: nationwide cohort study
Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.
research The Impact of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitors (5α-RIs) on Male Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause serious and possibly lasting sexual and psychological side effects.
research Pregnancy Outcomes with Paternal Exposure to Finasteride, a Synthetic 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor: A Case Series
Babies were mostly born healthy from fathers who took finasteride, but some pregnancies ended early; more research is needed.
research Study on the mechanism that SNPs related to sex hormone metabolism regulate the imbalance of sex hormones and lead to BPH in rats
Combined finasteride and anastrozole therapy effectively treats BPH, influenced by hormone imbalances and genetics.
research Adverse effects of finasteride in men treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia - a literature review
Finasteride can cause sexual and psychological side effects, but these usually reverse after stopping the medication.
research Evaluating Carthamus Oxyacantha For 5α-Reductase Inhibition: Therapeutic Perspectives In BPH
Carthamus oxyacantha may help treat BPH by inhibiting 5α-reductase.
research A Case of Gynecomastia Induced by Use of Doxazosin
Doxazosin can cause male breast growth and milk production.
research Associations between semen quality and lower urinary tract symptoms in ageing male
The conclusion is that doctors should be careful when prescribing 5α-reductase inhibitors due to possible serious side effects, and they should discuss these risks with patients.
research Negative Impact of Testosterone Deficiency and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy on Metabolic and Sexual Function in Men
Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.
research Endocrinology of the Aging Prostate: Current Concepts
Hormones affect prostate health and disease, with certain hormone imbalances linked to prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Non-surgical management of BPH: An updated review of current literature and state of the art on natural compounds and medical therapy
Personalized treatment is crucial for effectively managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
research Docosahexaenoic acid-acylated astaxanthin esters alleviate cisplatin- induced acute kidney injury by modulating the ferroptosis-related GPX4/xCT signaling pathway and reducing oxidative stress
Krill oil may help reduce prostate enlargement and growth.
research Effect of Fenugreek Extract on Testosterone Propionate-Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Fenugreek extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Referee report. For: Exploring the use of phytotherapy in benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH]: a systematic review [version 1; peer review: 2 approved with reservations]
Plant-based treatments may help reduce BPH symptoms, but more research is needed.
research Effects of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride on Serum Levels of Gonadal, Adrenal, and Hypophyseal Hormones and its Clinical Significance: A Prospective Clinical Study
Finasteride reduces hair loss and treats BPH without major hormone changes, but may cause sexual dysfunction.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research MAINTENANCE AND RESTORATION OF GROWTH IN THYROIDECTOMIZED RATS
Thyroid hormone treatments help thyroidectomized rats grow normally.
research Dermatologic Conditions in Transgender Populations
Transgender patients need proper skin care, especially when undergoing hormone treatments, to manage issues like acne and hair loss.
research Hormonal manipulation of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Dihydrotestosterone—a culprit in left ventricular hypertrophy
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) worsens heart enlargement, and blocking it may help prevent heart issues.
research Clinical and metabolic implications of obesity in prostate cancer: is testosterone a missing link?
Higher BMI and lower testosterone are linked to more aggressive prostate cancer.