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GlossaryBicalutamide (Casodex)

medication that blocks male hormones to treat prostate cancer

Bicalutamide, also known by the brand name Casodex, is a medication primarily used to treat prostate cancer. It works as an anti-androgen, meaning it blocks the action of male hormones like testosterone, which can promote the growth of cancer cells.

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research Therapeutic Control of Androgen Action

7 citations, January 1994 in “Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry”

Understanding how androgens work is key for creating new treatments for prostate issues and hair/skin conditions.

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”

A protein called CBP is found in prostate cancer and can increase the effectiveness of certain prostate cancer treatments.

research The Antiandrogenic Effect of Finasteride Against a Mutant Androgen Receptor

20 citations, May 2011 in “Cancer Biology & Therapy”

Finasteride may improve prostate cancer treatment outcomes.

research Androgen Receptor in Human Health: A Potential Therapeutic Target

12 citations, December 2012 in “Current Drug Targets”

The Androgen Receptor could be a target for treating diseases like cancer, but more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of potential treatments.

research Pharmacology of Anti-Androgens in the Skin

1 citations, January 1989 in “Handbook of experimental pharmacology”

Anti-androgens can help reduce the effects of male hormones on the skin.

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