research 5-Alpha Reductase Deficiency
5-alpha reductase deficiency leads to male sexual development issues and treatments like finasteride help with prostate enlargement and hair loss.
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research Anti-Androgenic and Hair Growth Promoting Activities of Lygodii Spora (Spore of Lygodium Japonicum): Active Constituents Inhibiting Testosterone 5α-Reductase
Lygodii Spora extract may help treat hair loss by blocking a hair loss-related enzyme and promoting hair growth.
research Hair Growth Effects of Oral Administration of Finasteride, a Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, Alone and in Combination with Topical Minoxidil in the Balding Stumptail Macaque
Finasteride and minoxidil together promote hair growth better than either alone.
research Effect of Finasteride, a 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor, on Serum Gonadotropins in Normal Men
Finasteride doesn't affect hormone levels in normal men.
research A Population-Based Nested Case-Control Study: The Use of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and the Increased Risk of Osteoporosis Diagnosis in Patients with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
Taking finasteride for benign prostate hyperplasia may increase the risk of osteoporosis, especially at higher doses.
research Safety and Tolerability of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride is safe and effective for treating hair loss, but may decrease libido.
research Discontinuation of Alpha-Blockade After Initial Treatment With Finasteride and Doxazosin for Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Stopping alpha-blocker medication after 6-9 months is safe and effective for most patients with bladder outlet obstruction.
research The 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride Reduces Dyskinesia in a Rat Model of Parkinson’s Disease
Finasteride reduces movement issues in Parkinson's disease rats.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for long-term treatment of enlarged prostates but have sexual side effects and a risk of high-grade prostate cancer.
research Impact of Alpha Blockers, 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors, and Combination Therapy on Sexual Function
Medications for enlarged prostate can cause sexual side effects like reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory problems.
research Effects of Long-Term Treatment With Finasteride (MK-906), a 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, on Circulating LH, FSH, Prolactin, and Estradiol
Finasteride safely lowers DHT levels without affecting hormone levels, helping with conditions like enlarged prostate, acne, and hair loss.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Prostate Cancer: From Clinical Trials to Clinical Practice
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but are not widely used due to concerns about trial relevance and potential risks, and more research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
research Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Blocker Dutasteride on Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Dutasteride effectively and safely treats male hair loss for over a year.
research Developmental Toxicity of Levo-Alpha-Acetylmethadol (LAAM) in Tolerant Rats
LAAM caused developmental toxicity in tolerant rats without causing birth defects.
research Stability Studies on L-Ascorbic Acid DL-Alpha-Tocopherol Phosphoric Acid Diester Potassium Salt (EPC-K)
EPC-K is stable except at very acidic pH or when exposed to sunlight, and it can decompose in low ethanol concentrations.
research Pharmacophore and Atom-Based 3D QSAR Studies on the Novel 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
The developed model can predict effective 5-alpha-reductase enzyme inhibitors.
research Immune-Mediated Skin Reactions Induced by Recombinant Antibodies and Other TNF-Alpha Inhibitors
TNF-alpha inhibitors can cause various immune-related skin issues.
research Five-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor and Breast Cancer Risk in Men: A Systematic Review
Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase breast cancer risk in men.
research Contraindicated Use of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in Women
The document concludes that women should not use 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors due to the risk of birth defects and limited effectiveness.
research Adverse Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Therapy in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: Is There Cause for Concern?
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may cause sexual side effects, breast complications, and other health risks in men with hair loss.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Deficiency in a Saudi Girl
A Saudi individual initially identified as a girl had a genetic disorder affecting gender development.
research A Prospective Study of Cutaneous Adverse Events Induced by Low-Dose Alpha-Interferon Treatment for Malignant Melanoma
Most patients treated with low-dose alpha-interferon for malignant melanoma experienced skin side effects, with hair loss being the most frequent.
research Prostate Cancer Incidence Among Finasteride and Alpha-Blocker Users in the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial
Finasteride might lower the risk of low-grade prostate cancer but not high-grade cancer, while alpha-blockers might reduce high-grade cancer risk.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors Are Associated With Reduced Frequency of COVID-19 Symptoms in Males With Androgenetic Alopecia
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may reduce COVID-19 symptoms in bald males.
research A Review of the FAERS Data on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Implications for Postfinasteride Syndrome
The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
research Graphene Oxide and Indole-3-Acetic Acid Cotreatment Regulates the Root Growth of Brassica Napus L. via Multiple Phytohormone Pathways
Graphene oxide and indole-3-acetic acid together inhibit root growth in Brassica napus L. by affecting multiple plant hormone pathways.
research Incomplete Recovery of Erectile Function in Rats After Discontinuation of Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Therapy
Rats had lasting erectile problems after stopping a certain medication.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia: Shifting Paradigms, Current Concepts, Comparative Efficacy, and Safety
Dutasteride works better than finasteride for hair loss, with both being safe to use.
research Chemical Mechanism of the Covalent Modification of 5-Alpha-Reductases by Finasteride as Probed by Secondary Tritium Isotope Effects
Finasteride modifies 5-alpha-reductases through a two-step process, affecting inhibitor potency and possibly causing side effects.
research Changes in Serum Free Testosterone, Sleep Patterns, and 5-Alpha-Reductase Type I Activity Influence Sebum Excretion in Female Subjects
Sleep, testosterone levels, and a specific enzyme activity affect skin oil production in women.