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    GlossaryAntiandrogenic Effects

    inhibit male sex hormones like testosterone

    Antiandrogenic effects refer to the actions of substances that inhibit the effects of androgens, which are male sex hormones like testosterone. These substances can block androgen receptors or reduce androgen production, and are often used in treatments for conditions like prostate cancer, androgenic alopecia (male-pattern baldness), and hirsutism (excessive hair growth in women).

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      An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record

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

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

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      plant and natural oil with antimicrobial and some anti-androgenic effects

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      community Does ketoconazole reduce systemic DHT by much?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 week ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is mainly used for its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is not a replacement for finasteride, which is recommended by some users despite concerns about side effects.

      community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.

      community Keto shampoo and its impact on dht levels?

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 week ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is considered a mild topical antiandrogen. Users discuss its use for scalp health rather than DHT reduction, with some preferring alternatives like dutasteride over finasteride due to perceived side effects.

      community My boy Saul Goodman was on Minoxidil tabs too

      in Satire  1913 upvotes 10 months ago
      Saul Goodman was humorously depicted using high doses of minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for hair loss. The conversation jokes about the unrealistic dosages and their potential side effects.