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Glossary Anticancer

inhibits the growth and spread of cancer cells

Anticancer, also known as antineoplastic or antitumor, refers to substances or treatments that inhibit the growth and spread of cancer cells. These agents work through various mechanisms, such as damaging the DNA of cancer cells, inhibiting cell division, or blocking the blood supply to tumors, ultimately aiming to eliminate or reduce the malignancy.

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research Anti-cancer properties of olive oil secoiridoid phenols: a systematic review of in vivo studies

104 citations , January 2016 in “Food & Function”

This review found that olive oil phenols may have anti-cancer properties in animal models and some human studies, but further research is needed to confirm these effects in humans.

research Novel Anti-Prostate Cancer Curcumin Analogues That Enhance Androgen Receptor Degradation Activity

73 citations , October 2009 in “Anti-Cancer Agents in Medicinal Chemistry”

This study found that new curcumin analogues, such as ASC-J9, can inhibit prostate cancer cell growth by promoting androgen receptor degradation.

Recent Advances on Skin-Resident Stem/Progenitor Cell Functions in Skin Regeneration, Aging, and Cancers and Novel Anti-Aging and Cancer Therapies

research Recent advances on skin‐resident stem/progenitor cell functions in skin regeneration, aging and cancers and novel anti‐aging and cancer therapies

36 citations , September 2009 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine”

This review addresses the role of skin-resident adult stem/progenitor cells in skin homeostasis, disease, and cancer development, and reports no new research results.

research ANTI-CANCER MEDICINS (CLASSIFICATION AND MECHANISMS OF ACTION)

5 citations , January 2024 in “Egyptian Dental Journal /Egyptian Dental Journal”

This study discusses various anti-cancer therapies, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, emphasizing the challenges in classifying these medications due to their diverse chemical compositions, mechanisms of action, and effectiveness against different types of cancer.

The Transcriptional Co-Activator cAMP Response Element-Binding Protein-Binding Protein Is Expressed in Prostate Cancer and Enhances Androgen- and Anti-Androgen-Induced Androgen Receptor Function

research The Transcriptional Co-Activator cAMP Response Element-Binding Protein-Binding Protein Is Expressed in Prostate Cancer and Enhances Androgen- and Anti-Androgen-Induced Androgen Receptor Function

72 citations , January 2003 in “American Journal of Pathology”

This study found that the co-activator CBP enhances the agonistic action of hydroxyflutamide on androgen receptors, suggesting a mechanism for therapy resistance in prostate cancer.

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community Will previous use of anti androgens affect finasteride use?

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The user is concerned about whether previous use of anti-androgens like fluridil, which caused side effects, will affect future use of finasteride. They have used finasteride briefly in the past and are considering using it again.

community Anti-androgen use causing testicular pain?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from topical finasteride to oral Dutasteride and using Fluridil caused persistent testicular discomfort. The discomfort did not subside after stopping Fluridil, raising concerns about Dutasteride's role.

community Affordable anti androgens in India?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of anti-androgens like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, which are expensive in India. Alternatives like spironolactone and concerns about the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride are also mentioned.

community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

in Research/Science 46 upvotes 2 years ago

RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

community I want to add a topical anti androgen to my routine

4 upvotes 2 years ago

RU58841 is considered an effective topical anti-androgen for hair loss, often used with minoxidil. Concerns exist about its purity and sourcing since it's not FDA-approved.

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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 Low Level Laser Therapy

laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects

learn Rapamycin

mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth

learn RU58841

a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical 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.

learn Aminexil

Aminexil: Can I combine it with anti-hair loss shampoos or will it lose effectiveness? You can safely combine Aminexil with anti-hair loss shampoos for enhanced effectiveness.

learn Cetirizine

What makes cetirizine a unique anti-inflammatory option for your scalp? Laboratory work reports that cetirizine lowers PGD2 and other inflammatory mediators, which is why researchers have proposed it for the scalp. There is no approved topical product and the clinical evidence is one small unblinded pilot study in pattern hair loss, so scalp use is off-label and experimental.

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Andi Iryanti, M. Biomed
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