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    Glossary 5α-reductase inhibitory activity

    blocks enzyme converting testosterone to hair-loss-linked DHT

    5α-reductase inhibitory activity refers to the ability of a substance to block the action of the enzyme 5α-reductase. This enzyme converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone linked to hair loss and conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia. By inhibiting 5α-reductase, these substances can help reduce DHT levels, potentially preventing hair loss and treating related conditions.

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