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Glossary Antiandrogenic

substances inhibit male sex hormones like testosterone

Antiandrogenic refers to substances or treatments that inhibit the effects of androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. These substances can be used to treat conditions like androgenic alopecia (hair loss) and prostate cancer by blocking the action of these hormones, thereby reducing their influence on hair follicles and other tissues.

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research Pharmacology of antiandrogens

97 citations , November 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

This review discusses the pharmacological properties and clinical applications of cyproterone acetate and similar antiandrogens, noting previous failures in local applications due to concentration limitations; it reports no new empirical results.

research Clinical applications of antiandrogens

29 citations , October 1988 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

This review discusses the use of antiandrogens for various conditions like prostate cancer and highlights their potential benefits in remission rates and symptom improvement, but it reports no new clinical results.

research Pharmacological basis for clinical use of antiandrogens

24 citations , July 1983 in “Journal of steroid biochemistry/Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

This article reviews the discovery and various physiological effects of cyproterone acetate, reporting its established indications for several androgen-driven conditions but providing no new clinical data.

research Behandlung mit Antiandrogenen in der Gynäkologie

7 citations , May 1977 in “Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift/Deutsche Medizinische Wochenschrift”

This article discusses the mechanisms and therapeutic use of antiandrogens, specifically cyproterone acetate and chlormadinone acetate, in gynecological treatments without reporting new clinical results.

research [Clinical findings with a low-dosed antiandrogene (cyproteronacetate) and aethinyloestradiol women with virilising symptoms (author's transl)].

3 citations , April 1977 in “PubMed”

In this study, patients with varying severities of acne, seborrhoea, and hirsutism responded differently to Cyproteronacetate and Ethinyloestradiol treatment, with improvement rates dependent on symptom severity and treatment duration.

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community Recommendations for topical antiandrogens

in Treatment 2 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about adding a topical anti-androgen to a hair loss treatment regimen that includes dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The user is considering topical finasteride or dutasteride, Nizoral shampoo, KX-826, and topical spironolactone, while avoiding RU58841 due to safety concerns.

community Choose your topical antiandrogen and tell me why

6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about choosing a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, with options including RU58841, CB0301, Pyrolutamide, Alfatradiol, and Fluridil. Users discuss their preferences and reasons for selecting specific treatments.

community Which is safest carrier for topical antiandrogens (finasteride/kx-826/ru/dutasteride)

5 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation is about finding a safe carrier for topical antiandrogens like finasteride, kx-826, RU58841, and dutasteride to minimize systemic absorption and side effects. The user experiences side effects from these treatments and is seeking advice on carriers that reduce these effects.

community How to choose between topical antiandrogen (Pyrilutamide) vs topical Alfatradiol (17α-estradiol) as an add-on treatment?

5 upvotes 10 months ago

The user is considering adding Pyrilutamide or Alfatradiol as a topical treatment for hair loss after oral Finasteride and Dutasteride became less effective. Other users suggest Pyrilutamide for its safety profile, while one user shares positive experiences with RU58841 for reducing scalp itch and improving hairline.

community Is shedding a good sign for antiandrogens?

1 upvotes 1 year ago

Shedding may indicate potential regrowth when using KX-826, similar to Minoxidil and finasteride. Users report improved hair quality and minor side effects like slight headaches.

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