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    GlossaryAndrogen Receptor Antagonists (Anti-Androgenic Drugs)

    block male hormones like testosterone from affecting tissues

    Androgen Receptor Antagonists, also known as antiandrogens, are medications that block the action of androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. These drugs work by binding to androgen receptors, preventing androgens from exerting their effects on tissues, and are commonly used in the treatment of conditions like prostate cancer, androgenic alopecia (male-pattern baldness), and certain types of acne.

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      community 2.5 months topical minoxidil Progress

      in Progress Pictures  436 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 2.5 months using topical minoxidil. Some suggest adding finasteride for long-term results, while others share their experiences with side effects or alternative treatments like dermarolling and dietary improvements.

      community RU-58841 Lung Disease Possibility | Chest pain, "heart issues", etc

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 8 months ago
      Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 2 months ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community Does melatonin dissolve in isopropyl alcohol

      in Technology  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses making a topical melatonin solution for hair loss treatment, questioning if isopropyl alcohol can dissolve melatonin. Melatonin is soluble in lipids and alcohol, but it's unstable and should be mixed fresh regularly; it may help hair growth by affecting certain cellular signaling pathways and has anti-androgenic effects.