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New method measures finasteride in plasma, finds two formulations bioequivalent.

Minoxidil and finasteride treat hair loss in men, while minoxidil treats hair loss in women.

Hair loss needs more research for better treatments.

Male pattern hair loss is genetic and influenced by hormones, with treatments like minoxidil and surgery available.

The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.

High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.

Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.

Hormone treatments can help with women's skin and hair disorders, but they need careful monitoring and more research.

Some skin medications can harm male fertility, but they don't seem to cause birth defects from father's exposure.

SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can affect all endocrine organs and systems, altering their function and potentially leading to disorders. Factors like diabetes and obesity increase infection risk and severity. Understanding these effects is key for effective treatment.

Finasteride can treat hair loss, but may have side effects; evaluate and inform patients of risks.

Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone have similar effects on body composition and metabolic health in men.

Higher DHT levels are linked to fewer hypogonadism symptoms in men with normal testosterone levels.

Dutasteride reduces hospitalization and prostate cancer risk compared to finasteride, potentially offsetting its higher cost.

Androgens play a key role in hair growth and disorders like baldness and excessive hairiness.

Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.

Androgens, male hormones, affect physical and mental functions, with a decrease leading to health issues like muscle loss, bone disease, and depression, and more research is needed on long-term effects and treatments.

The document discussed hair loss causes and treatments but didn't give a final summary.

Acanthus ebracteatus Vahl. extract and verbascoside may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth due to their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to protect against cell death.

Men using hair loss drugs like finasteride may experience sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but it's unclear who will be affected and when. Treating depression and sexual symptoms is suggested, as these men often have higher rates of both. More research is needed to understand why these side effects occur.

Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.

5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, may cause depression, but more research is needed to understand why.

Finasteride side effects in young men may be linked to specific gene variations.

Dutasteride works better than finasteride for preventing and treating prostate cancer.

Blocking the enzyme that turns testosterone into DHT can safely and effectively treat enlarged prostate.

Finasteride and dutasteride reduce unwanted movements from Parkinson's disease treatment by normalizing certain brain signals.

Finasteride helps treat hair loss by blocking enzyme activity.

Steroidogenic isoenzymes may help improve treatments for common hair loss.

The document concludes that sex hormones and related compounds have various effects on health, with both potential benefits and risks.