research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
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research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Evaluation of Their Potential Confounding Effect on GC-C-IRMS Doping Analysis
5α-reductase inhibitors can interfere with doping tests by masking banned substances.
research Current Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
TURP is the best treatment for BPH, but some patients prefer medications like alpha-blockers and finasteride.
research Comparison of Finasteride Versus Flutamide in the Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.
research Comparison of Finasteride and Flutamide in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Clinical and Endocrine Effects of Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Women with Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hairiness and androgen levels in women with unexplained excessive hair growth.
research Treatment of Hirsutism by Finasteride and Flutamide in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New steroidal compounds could be effective for treating conditions related to 5α-reductase enzyme activity.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: Chemical and Clinical Models
Researchers developed a model to predict how well certain compounds can block an enzyme related to hair loss and prostate issues, suggesting a 50 mg dose of finasteride might be effective based on lab and body data.
![Synthesis and In Vitro Study of 17β-[N-Ureylene-N,N′-Disubstituted]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as Selective Inhibitors of Type I 5α-Reductase](/images/research/d19df8a7-8de6-4430-8a0d-4ffa1f502985/small/15608.jpg)
research Synthesis and In Vitro Study of 17β-[N-Ureylene-N,N′-Disubstituted]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as Selective Inhibitors of Type I 5α-Reductase
New compounds were made that effectively block a specific enzyme related to androgen conditions.
![Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/Arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/Aryl) Alkyl/Arylamido]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear](/images/research/861159f1-7bd4-420c-a16b-4829458efe68/small/15592.jpg)
research Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/Arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/Aryl) Alkyl/Arylamido]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear
The compounds tested could potentially treat hair loss and alopecia.
research Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibition by Polymethoxyflavones
Certain natural compounds can block an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and hair loss, showing potential for new treatments.
research The Enzyme and Inhibitors of 4-Ene-3-Oxosteroid 5α-Oxidoreductase
Inhibitors of the enzyme 5 alpha-reductase could potentially treat disorders like prostate cancer and baldness.
research Recent Advances in Drug Design and Drug Discovery for Androgen-Dependent Diseases
New treatments for prostate cancer and BPH show promise, including novel compounds that target hormone synthesis and response.
research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
research Anti-Androgenic Curcumin Analogues as Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.
research Novel Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase
New research is needed to create better drugs that block the enzyme responsible for conditions like male baldness and prostate enlargement.
research Phytochemicals as Emerging Therapeutic Agents for Alopecia Treatment
Plant-based chemicals may help hair growth and prevent hair loss but need more research to compete with current treatments.
research Crystal Structure of 3-Oxo-4-Aza-5-Alpha-Androstone-17 β-Tert-Butyl Carboxamide with an O···H–(C, N) Acceptor Four-Center Hydrogen Bond
The research shows that hydrogen bonds greatly affect the crystal structure of a Finasteride derivative.
research Recent Advances in the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activity of New Steroidal Antiandrogens and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
New compounds show promise for treating hair loss, enlarged prostate, and prostate cancer, with some being more effective and having different side effects than current treatments.
research Chemical Examination of Three Indian Medicinal Plants and Their Hair Growth Evaluation Studies
Three Indian medicinal plant compounds help hair growth.
![Effect of C-Ring Modifications in Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones, New Selective Inhibitors of Human 5α-Reductase 1](/images/research/c687900f-ea40-4de1-8f0b-a5b818951b1c/small/15452.jpg)
research Effect of C-Ring Modifications in Benzo[c]quinolizin-3-ones, New Selective Inhibitors of Human 5α-Reductase 1
Changing the C-ring structure in certain compounds can make them better at blocking a specific human enzyme.
research Potential Targets in the Discovery of New Hair Growth Promoters for Androgenic Alopecia
The document concludes that targeting 5α-reductase, the androgen receptor, and hair growth genes, along with using compounds with anti-androgenic properties, could lead to more effective hair loss treatments.
research A Connection Between the Mitochondrial Permeability Transition Pore, Autophagy, and Cerebral Amyloidogenesis
Dutasteride may help reduce brain plaque linked to Alzheimer's by affecting cell energy structures and waste removal.
research New Approach to 3-Oxo-4-Aza-5α-Androst-1-Ene-17β-(N-Tert-Butylcarboxamide)
A new method was developed to make finasteride for treating hair loss.
research Biotransformation of Finasteride by Ocimum Sanctum L., and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Activity of Transformed Metabolites: Experimental and Computational Insights
Fermentation of Finasteride with Ocimum sanctum L. creates new metabolite that inhibits tyrosinase.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research A Review on Steroidal 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.