research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
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840-870 / 1000+ results research 917 Frontal fibrosing alopecia scalp profiling links Th1/Th2 and JAK3 activation with fibrosis and loss of follicular stem cells
Targeting immune pathways like JAK/STAT may help treat frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Finasteride administration potentiates the disruption of prepulse inhibition induced by forced swim stress
Finasteride worsens stress effects on sensory processes, possibly linking to anxiety/depression.
research Inhibition of steroid 5 alpha-reductase with finasteride: sleep-related erections, potency, and libido in healthy men.
Finasteride doesn't affect erections much, but may decrease libido in men.
research Role of S-Palmitoylation by ZDHHC13 in Mitochondrial function and Metabolism in Liver
ZDHHC13 is important for normal liver function and metabolism, affecting mitochondrial activity.
research GTL1 is required for a robust root hair growth response to avoid nutrient overloading
GTL1 is needed to control root hair growth and prevent problems when there are too many nutrients.
research Comparación de los efectos del D-004, imipramina y sertralina en el modelo de nado forzado en ratones Comparative effects of D-004, Imipramine and Sertraline in the forced swimming test in mice
D-004 shows moderate antidepressant effects but is less effective than Sertraline and Imipramine.
research Chemical Mechanism of the Covalent Modification of 5.alpha.-Reductases by Finasteride as Probed by Secondary Tritium Isotope Effects
Finasteride modifies 5-alpha-reductases through a two-step process, affecting inhibitor potency and possibly causing side effects.
research Repurposing of drugs as novel influenza inhibitors from clinical gene expression infection signatures
Existing drugs, including a blood pressure medication, show promise as new treatments for influenza.
research Dual deficiency of melatonin and dihydrotestosterone promotes stromal cell damage and mediates prostatitis via the cGAS-STING pathway in sleep-deprived mice
Lack of sleep in mice leads to prostatitis by reducing certain hormones and activating an inflammatory pathway, which can be temporarily fixed with normal sleep.
![Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/Arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/Aryl) Alkyl/Arylamido]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear](/images/assets/861159f1-7bd4-420c-a16b-4829458efe68/small/15592.jpg)
research Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/aryl) alkyl/arylamido]-4-methyl-4-aza-5α-androstan-3-ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear11The research has been supported by Endorecherche that is seeking patent protection for the new compounds. F. Labrie is President of Endorecherche.
The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
research In vitro selective inhibition of human UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A4 by finasteride, and prediction of in vivo drug–drug interactions
Finasteride affects UGT1A4 enzyme, but not enough to cause issues when combined with other drugs.
research Enzyme Inhibitors from Gorgonians and Soft Corals
Marine compounds from gorgonians and soft corals show promise for drug development, especially for chronic disorders.
research Clinical Snippets
Early sunburn treatment with certain inhibitors may reduce skin cancer risk.
research Paternal finasteride exposure and its impact on offspring testicular histopathology and intracellular junctions: the role of occludin and N-cadherin
research Genome-wide analysis of Musashi-2 targets reveals novel functions in governing epithelial cell migration
Musashi-2 limits epithelial cell movement and affects cell growth.
research Finasteride Enhances the Generation of Human Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells by Up-Regulating the COX2/PGE2 Pathway
Finasteride boosts immune cells that suppress T-cells, possibly helping with immune disorders but may increase cancer risk.
research Catamenial-like seizure exacerbation in mice with targeted ablation of extrasynaptic δGABA-a receptors in the brain
Removing certain brain receptors in mice worsens seizure severity and response to treatment during hormone withdrawal.
research Smad1 and 5 but Not Smad8 Establish Stem Cell Quiescence Which Is Critical to Transform the Premature Hair Follicle During Morphogenesis Toward the Postnatal State
Smad1 and Smad5 are essential for hair follicle development and stem cell sleepiness.
research Hair Follicle Mesenchyme-Associated PD-L1 Regulates T-Cell Activation Induced Apoptosis: A Potential Mechanism of Immune Privilege
Hair follicle cells help protect against immune attacks by regulating T-cell activity.
research Drug repurposing of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors for neutrophilic acute respiratory distress syndrome and psoriasis
CDK inhibitors may help treat ARDS and psoriasis but need more testing for safety and effectiveness.
research Secretome of Hypoxic Mesenchymal Stem Cells Improves Fluconazole-Induced Alopecia in Rats via Immunoregulatory Modulation of IL-15 and IFN-γ
A gel from stem cells can reduce baldness caused by fluconazole in rats.
research Pre-receptor regulation of the androgen receptor
Two enzymes regulate androgen receptor activity, affecting treatments for androgen insufficiency and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research The epidermal growth factor receptor decreases Stathmin 1 and triggers catagen entry in the mouse
EGFR helps mouse hair follicles stop growing by reducing certain growth regulators.
research The SH-1 Molecule By Dr. Melvin Sewell
SH-1 effectively treats hair loss without side effects.
research The 5α-Recluctase System and Its Inhibitors
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride, are used to treat conditions like prostate issues and skin disorders.
research Predictive factors for therapeutic response and cluster analysis in syndrome of undifferentiated recurrent fever (SURF)
IL-1 blockade is effective for treating SURF, and personalized treatment is needed.
research FPRL1 Receptor Agonist Peptides Prevent Etoposide-Induced Alopecia in Neonatal Rats
Certain peptides can prevent hair loss in young rats caused by a cancer drug.
research Modulating immune responses in alopecia: therapeutic insights and potential targets of antisense oligonucleotides
Targeting SIRT1 with antisense oligonucleotides could be a promising treatment for hair loss.