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Glossary Antiandrogen Therapy

reduces or blocks male hormones to treat certain conditions

Antiandrogen Therapy, also known as androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), is a treatment that reduces the levels or blocks the effects of androgens (male hormones like testosterone) in the body. This therapy is commonly used to treat conditions like prostate cancer and androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) by slowing the growth of cancer cells or reducing hair loss, respectively.

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research Anti-androgen hormonal therapy for cancer and other diseases

65 citations , November 2019 in “European Journal of Pharmacology”

This review discusses the role of anti-androgen therapies in cancer and other diseases and reports no new clinical results, highlighting both old and new generations of anti-androgens.

research Anti-androgen therapy in dermatology: a review

5 citations , December 1979 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Anti-androgens are effective for female acne but less so for male-pattern hair loss, with side effects similar to birth control pills.

research Protective trend of anti-androgen therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic: A meta-analysis

4 citations , March 2022 in “Journal of Infection”

This study suggests that anti-androgen therapy may reduce the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection and associated mortality, though results were not consistently supportive across all studies analyzed.

research Anti-Androgen Therapy in Female Adult Acne

4 citations , April 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology Research and Therapy”

This article discusses the multifactorial nature of acne vulgaris, detailing its link to androgen-induced sebum production, altered keratinisation, inflammation, and bacterial colonisation, but reports no new research findings.

research Extraordinary claims without extraordinary evidence: controversy on anti‐androgen therapy for COVID‐19

3 citations , March 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This letter to the editor discusses the controversy surrounding the use of anti-androgen therapy for COVID-19 without providing new clinical evidence, and calls for caution in making extraordinary claims.

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community I Get Side-Effects from Anti-Androgens

8 upvotes 6 years ago

Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.

community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens.

2 upvotes 1 year ago

A method for treating androgenic alopecia using minoxidil, antiandrogens, exercise, and cold exposure to promote hair growth. Environmental factors and lifestyle changes, like diet and exercise, can improve treatment effectiveness.

community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.

5 upvotes 11 months ago

A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.

community No access to RU, Pyri. Any alternative anti androgen?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses alternatives to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with suggestions including topical spironolactone, peppermint and rosemary oils, and saw palmetto. The user also considers ordering RU58841 from China but finds it too expensive.

community Starting Propecia with pre-existing erecticle dysfunction

4 upvotes 9 years ago

A 19-year-old with diffuse hair thinning and erectile dysfunction is considering starting Propecia (finasteride) while already using a minoxidil solution with anti-androgens. Concerns are raised about the psychological nature of erectile dysfunction and the potential systemic effects of anti-androgens, with suggestions to address porn addiction and consult a doctor about hormone therapy.

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learn Bicalutamide

a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women

learn Cyproterone

a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

learn Pyrilutamide

highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects

Is pyrilutamide a safer alternative to oral antiandrogens like finasteride? Pyrilutamide may be a safer topical alternative to oral antiandrogens like finasteride.
Can pyrilutamide be used by both men and women, or only in specific cases? Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is an investigational topical anti-androgen that has been trialled in both men and women, but it is not approved for hair loss anywhere; the company reports that its China Phase III trial in men met its primary endpoint, but the data come from sponsor announcements rather than peer-reviewed journals, and long-term safety is unknown.
What is pyrilutamide, and how does it help with androgenic alopecia or hair loss caused by DHT? Pyrilutamide (KX-826) is an investigational topical antiandrogen designed to block DHT at the androgen receptor in the scalp rather than lower DHT in the blood. Its sponsor has announced positive Phase III top-line results in China, but none of the data are peer-reviewed and it is not approved as a medicine anywhere.

learn Spironolactone

powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

learn Alfatradiol

a synthetic estrogen used topically as an anti-androgen

learn GT20029

What is GT20029 and how does it work as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss? GT20029 is a topical anti-androgen that degrades androgen receptors to combat hair loss.

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