research The Connection of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors to the Development of Depression
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, may cause depression, but more research is needed to understand why.
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180-210 / 264 results research Hair Loss and Telogen Effluvium Related to COVID-19: The Potential Implication of Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Platelet-Rich Plasma as Regenerative Strategies
COVID-19 can cause hair loss, and treatments like PRP and stem cells might help.
research Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today
Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.
research Design of Liposome Formulations for CRISPR/Cas9 Enzyme Immobilization: Evaluation of 5-Alpha-Reductase Enzyme Knockout for Androgenic Disorders
New liposome treatment successfully delivers CRISPR to deactivate a key enzyme in androgen-related disorders.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Use in Prostatic Disease and Beyond
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, are used for prostate issues, hair loss, and excessive hair growth, may help with COVID-19, but can cause sexual and mental health side effects, and their use in preventing prostate cancer needs more examination.
research The Comparative Effects Between Long-Term and Short-Term Treatment of Finasteride on Anxiety-Like and Depression-Like Behaviors in Early Senescent Male Rats
Long-term Finasteride treatment reduces depression better than short-term treatment in rats.
research The Relative Effect of Monotherapy with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Minoxidil for Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Network Meta-Analysis Study
Finasteride 5mg daily is the most effective for female pattern hair loss, with higher doses of treatments generally more effective.
research Symptoms of Hypogonadism Caused by 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
A man's low testosterone and related symptoms improved after he stopped taking hair loss drugs.
research The Risks and Benefits of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Prostate Cancer Prevention
5α-reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but could also raise the risk of more severe cancers.
research Long-Term Use of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and the Risk of Male Breast Cancer
Taking 5α-reductase inhibitors does not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer in men.
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 Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: A Critical Review. Part V: Alpha-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs
α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
research Sexual Problems of Men With Androgenic Alopecia Treated With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
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.
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 Macular Abnormalities Associated With 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Using 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, drugs for prostate issues and hair loss, may lead to eye abnormalities in men.
research Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors on Lung Function: A Reason for Discontinuation During COVID-19 Pandemic?
5-alpha reductase inhibitors might worsen lung recovery in COVID-19 patients, suggesting a pause in their use.
research The Role of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in Active Surveillance
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors might help slow down low-risk prostate cancer, but their use should be cautious.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Use and Prostate Cancer Prevention: A Victim of the Times?
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors are safe long-term but may be outdated for preventing less significant prostate cancer.
research Synthesis and Study of Some 17a-Aza-D-Homo Steroids as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
The research found that compound 6, a newly created steroid, is more effective at inhibiting 5α-reductase (an enzyme) than current treatments, suggesting it could be a better option for treating urinary tract symptoms in men.
research Comparison of Clinical Efficacy of Finasteride and Dutasteride as 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride in reducing prostate size and PSA levels, but both drugs have similar side effects.
research Association of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors With Depression and Suicide: A Mini Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Drugs for prostate enlargement and hair loss were not linked to increased risk of depression or suicide.
research Methylation of SRD5A2 in the Blood as a Novel Biomarker to Predict Sensitivity to 5-ARI Treatment
SRD5A2 methylation in blood can predict how well someone will respond to finasteride treatment.
research The Effect of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor on Male Reproductive Function
5-α reductase inhibitors do not significantly affect male reproductive function but may reduce semen volume.
research A Proposed Etiopathology of Persistent Dysfunctions Emerging from Use and Discontinuation of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Sequelae of Drug-Mediated Microvasculopathy
The document suggests that drugs for prostate issues might cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical health problems due to blood vessel damage in the penis.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: New Evidence on Benefits and Harms Beyond Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may have additional effects on cancer, mental health, heart health, and hormone levels beyond treating prostate enlargement.
research Influence of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Usage on the Reproductive Function of Married Men
Finasteride does not negatively affect male reproductive function.
research Sexual Dysfunction After 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Use: Insights from the Reduce Study Group Database
Dutasteride use can lead to a stable decline in sexual function that is not affected by age or prostate size.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: New Contributions
5-alpha reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction in patients treating enlarged prostate but not in those treating hair loss.
research Histomorphometrical Evaluation of the Corpus Cavernosum of Hypertensive Rats Treated with 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors significantly affect the penile tissue of hypertensive rats.
research Association of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Sexual Dysfunction: A RADAR Report
Using hair loss drugs finasteride and dutasteride may cause sexual side effects.