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    Glossary Androgen-Dependent Conditions

    medical issues caused by male hormones like testosterone

    Androgen-Dependent Conditions are medical issues that arise due to the effects of androgens, which are male hormones like testosterone. These conditions can affect both men and women and include problems like male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia), acne, and prostate enlargement. In these cases, the presence and activity of androgens play a crucial role in the development and progression of the condition.

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    1. Cyproterone a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
    2. Finasteride Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
    3. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
    4. Clascoterone Topical androgen-receptor blocker, approved as an acne cream
    5. Fluridil Topical anti-androgen sold as a cosmetic lotion