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    Glossary Nonsteroidal Antiandrogens

    medications that block male hormones without activating their receptors

    Nonsteroidal Antiandrogens (NSAA) are medications that block the action of androgens (male hormones like testosterone) by binding to androgen receptors without activating them. They are commonly used in the treatment of conditions like prostate cancer and androgenic alopecia (hair loss) by preventing androgens from stimulating the growth of cancer cells or hair follicles.

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      community Severe dry eye: finasteride vs dutasteride

       8 upvotes 5 years ago
      Woman uses antiandrogens for hair thinning prevention, experiences severe dry eye with finasteride. Asks if dutasteride could be better despite potential for worse dry eye.

      community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year 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 Fluridil (Eucapil) seems like a great option?

       4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user stopped using finasteride due to side effects and is considering Fluridil (Eucapil) as an alternative for hair loss treatment. They are exploring other options like RU58841 and are interested in the experiences of others with Fluridil, noting its good safety profile despite the cost.

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      Nonsteroidal anti-androgen, originally a prostate cancer drug

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      Topical anti-androgen sold as a cosmetic lotion

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      Experimental topical anti-androgen, also known as KX-826