Search
for

    GlossaryCYP17A1

    enzyme crucial for steroid hormone production

    CYP17A1, also known as Cytochrome P450 17A1, is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the production of steroid hormones. It is involved in the conversion of pregnenolone and progesterone into their 17-alpha-hydroxylated products, which are precursors for androgens and estrogens. This enzyme is essential for the synthesis of hormones that regulate various bodily functions, including metabolism, immune response, and sexual development.

    Related Terms

    Sort by

    Community Join

    9 / 9 results

      community NootBro Recommendations… How Do We Feel

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically a stack including topical Ashwagandha, Copper Peptide, Gotu Kola, Ketoconazole, and PDA. One user found Topical and Sub-Q GHK-CU effective.

      community Is Keto shampoo 2% even worth starting?

      in Ketoconazole  45 upvotes 2 months ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo is primarily for scalp health and reducing inflammation, not hair regrowth. Combining ketoconazole with finasteride can yield similar results to using minoxidil and finasteride together.

      community My hairloss stack, progress pics soon maybe for 1 year RU

      in Technology  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment routine, which includes RU58841 for 9 months and Dutasteride for 6 months, with other unspecified treatments considered extra. One user inquired about the source of RU58841.

      community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

      in Treatment  121 upvotes 5 months ago
      Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

      community What should I expect from dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user tried Minoxidil, PRP, Hair Carboxytherapy, and topical Dutasteride with limited success and is now on oral Dutasteride. They are experiencing some hair loss reduction but no significant density improvement, leading to feelings of depression.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  96 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community Why does it seem everyone favors finasteride over dutasteride?

      in Female  62 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses preferences for hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride over dutasteride. Users share personal experiences, cost considerations, FDA approval status, and potential side effects, with some switching between treatments to find what works best for them.