The Dutasteride: Miraculous Drug in Alopecia Treatment - A Review

August 2023 in “ Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) ”

Shaikh A Z, Vathsala Patil, Shivajirao R. Patil, Pawar S P

Dutasteride 5-alpha reductase inhibitor dihydrotestosterone DHT androgenetic alopecia AGA benign prostatic hyperplasia BPH Avodart

TLDR Dutasteride effectively treats hair loss and prostate issues.

This review paper provides an in-depth analysis of Dutasteride, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, highlighting its mechanism of action in reducing dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels by inhibiting both types I and II enzymes. It examines Dutasteride's efficacy in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), noting improvements in symptom relief, urinary flow, and prostate size. The review also discusses its potential in combination therapy with alpha-blockers, its investigational role in prostate cancer prevention, and emerging applications in transgender medicine. The paper aims to inform healthcare professionals about Dutasteride's pharmacology and clinical applications.

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