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GlossaryCytochrome P450

enzymes metabolize drugs and toxins in the liver

Cytochrome P450 (CYP) refers to a large family of enzymes that play a crucial role in the metabolism of various substances within the body, including drugs, toxins, and hormones. These enzymes are primarily found in the liver and are essential for the detoxification process, as well as the synthesis of cholesterol, steroids, and other lipids.

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Transcriptome Sequencing and Identification of Cytochrome P450 Monooxygenases Involved in the Biosynthesis of Maslinic Acid and Corosolic Acid in Avicennia Marina

research Transcriptome Sequencing and Identification of Cytochrome P450 Monooxygenases Involved in the Biosynthesis of Maslinic Acid and Corosolic Acid in Avicennia Marina

10 citations, October 2018 in “Plant Biotechnology”

Researchers found two enzymes in Avicennia marina that help produce maslinic acid and corosolic acid, which have medicinal benefits.

research Immunohistochemical Detection of Cytochrome P450 Isoenzymes in Cultured Human Epidermal Cells

19 citations, December 1990 in “Journal of Histochemistry & Cytochemistry”

Foreskin keratinocytes and SVK14 cells express certain cytochrome P450 enzymes, unlike hair follicle keratinocytes.

research Cytochrome P450: A Target for Drug Development for Skin Diseases

115 citations, August 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Modulating Cytochrome P450 activity could help develop new skin disease treatments.

research Xenobiotic-Metabolizing Enzymes in the Skin of Rat, Mouse, Pig, Guinea Pig, Man, and in Human Skin Models

38 citations, June 2018 in “Archives of Toxicology”

Different species and human skin models vary in their skin enzyme activities, with pig skin and some models closely matching human skin, useful for safety assessments and understanding the skin's protective roles.

research Cushing's Syndrome Due to Pharmacological Interaction in a Cystic Fibrosis Patient

37 citations, September 2002 in “Acta pædiatrica”

A cystic fibrosis patient developed Cushing's syndrome from a drug interaction between itraconazole and budesonide, which improved after stopping the medications.

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community Fin/Dut and Metabolism Speeds…

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 4 months ago

A user speculates that a fast metabolism might affect the effectiveness of dutasteride for hair loss. Another user argues that drug response is unrelated to metabolism speed.

community How does finasteride leave your body?

in Chat 13 upvotes 9 months ago

Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.

community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 week 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 RU-58841 Lung Disease Possibility | Chest pain, "heart issues", etc

in Treatment 21 upvotes 10 months ago

Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.

community Oral Minoxidil and Grapefruit Juice

in Research/Science 96 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about the potential dangers of taking oral minoxidil and grapefruit juice together. Some users express concern about dangerous drug interactions, while others argue that grapefruit juice may inhibit the metabolism of finasteride. The conclusion is that grapefruit juice may make finasteride less effective, but it won't affect minoxidil.

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