research Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview
AGA is a genetic, hormonal hair loss treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, but new compounds are being developed.
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research Biotransformation of Finasteride (MK-0906) by Selenastrum capricornutum (Green Algae)
Green algae can break down finasteride, reducing environmental harm.
research Early postnatal allopregnanolone levels alteration and adult behavioral disruption in rats: Implication for drug abuse
Changing allopregnanolone levels in baby rats affects their adult behavior and alcohol use.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Androgenetic alopecia in women needs more research and better management strategies.
research HAIR REGROWTH
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, while treatments for alopecia areata have varying success and continuous treatment is necessary.
research Obesity and polycystic ovary syndrome
Obesity increases the risk of developing polycystic ovary syndrome, and weight loss can improve the condition.
research Treatment with and withdrawal from finasteride alter ethanol intake patterns in male C57BL/6J mice: Potential role of endogenous neurosteroids?
Finasteride affects alcohol intake in male mice, possibly due to neurosteroids.
research Progesterone enhances ethanol-induced modulation of mesocortical dopamine neurons: antagonism by finasteride
Progesterone boosts alcohol's effect on brain, finasteride counters it.
research Androgens Affect the Activity of Human Sebocytes in Culture in a Manner Dependent on the Localization of the Sebaceous Glands and Their Effect Is Antagonized by Spironolactone
Male hormones affect oil-producing skin cells differently based on their body location, and the drug spironolactone can reduce these effects.
research Intermittent low-dose finasteride is as effective as daily administration for the treatment of hirsute women
Intermittent low-dose finasteride works as well as daily use for treating excessive hair growth in women.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research Finasteride and Erectile Dysfunction in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride may increase erectile dysfunction risk in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Finasteride delays the onset of maternal behavior in primigravid rats
Finasteride slows down motherly behavior in first-time pregnant rats.
research Mechanism of Salutary Effects of Finasteride on Post-traumatic Immune/Inflammatory Response
Finasteride reduces inflammation and improves immune response after trauma by altering hormone levels.
research Combination therapy with finasteride and low-dose dutasteride in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and low-dose dutasteride combo improves hair growth and reduces hair loss with no major side effects.
research Finasteride and Male Breast Cancer: Does the MHRA Report Show a Link?
No definitive link between finasteride and male breast cancer, but further research is needed.
research Androgens and erythropoiesis. Induction of erythropoietin-hypersecretory state and effect of finasteride on erythropoietin secretion
Androgens increase EPO production, finasteride doesn't significantly impact it.
research Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is often genetic and linked to a hormone, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being effective for some men.
research Androgenetic alopecia in men
AGA treated with finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplantation.
research Letter to the Editor: “Characteristics of Men Who Report Persistent Sexual Symptoms After Finasteride Use for Hair Loss”
Finasteride use may cause sexual dysfunction; more research needed.
research Does Propecia Cause More Harms than Good: Assessing Reproductive and Non-Reproductive Effects of Finasteride on Male Health
Finasteride treats hair loss but may cause low libido, erectile issues, and depression.
research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors
Antiandrogens and androgen inhibitors like spironolactone, finasteride, and dutasteride can treat hair loss and skin conditions, but they have risks and side effects, including potential harm to pregnant women and risks of cancer and heart issues. Herbal remedies also have antiandrogenic effects but lack safety validation.
research A Review on Nanoparticle Based Herbal Remedies for the Management of Alopecia
Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
research Glossary
research General Dermatology
The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
research Treatment of male androgenetic alopecia with topical products containingSerenoa repensextract
Serenoa repens extract in topical products improves hair growth and appearance in male pattern baldness with mild side-effects.
research Polymorphic CAG repeat numbers in the androgen receptor gene of female pattern hair loss patients
Longer CAG repeats in gene linked to more severe hair loss in females.
research Hirsutism in the Adolescent Female
The conclusion is that young women with excessive hair growth should be quickly tested for hormonal issues and treated to improve their social well-being.
research Drug discovery for alopecia: gone today, hair tomorrow
Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
research Advances in male hormone substitution therapy
New treatments for low male hormones improved sexual function and mood but had unclear risks, especially for older men.