research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
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research Pharmacodynamic Evaluation: Endocrinology
The conclusion is that endocrinology significantly impacts medicine with various common medications used for treatment.
research Guidelines on the Use of Finasteride in Androgenetic Alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research Recent Developments in Luteolin-Loaded Nanoformulations for Enhanced Anti-Carcinogenic Activities: Insights from In Vitro and In Vivo Studies
Nanoformulations improve luteolin's effectiveness as a cancer treatment.
research Self-Amplifying RNA Approach for Protein Replacement Therapy
Self-amplifying RNA could be a better option for protein replacement therapy with lower doses and lasting effects, but delivering it into cells is still challenging.
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 Therapeutic, Prophylactic, and Functional Use of Probiotics: A Current Perspective
Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
research Food Administration and Not Genetic Variants Causes Pharmacokinetic Variability of Tadalafil and Finasteride
Food intake, not genetics, affects how the body processes tadalafil and finasteride.
research Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs
More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
research Drug Repurposing in Dermatology: Molecular Biology and Omics Approach
Old drugs like finasteride and spironolactone are being successfully used for hair loss and skin conditions, and many other drugs show promise for new uses in dermatology.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
research What Do We Know About Phytotherapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?
Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
research Side Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: A Comprehensive Review
5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.
research Contraceptive Use in Acne
Hormonal contraceptives can help treat acne by affecting sebum production and androgen levels.
research Which Plant for Which Skin Disease? Part 2: Dermatophytes, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Photoprotection, Actinic Keratoses, Vitiligo, Hair Loss, Cosmetic Indications
Certain plant extracts can effectively treat skin conditions like athlete's foot, chronic vein problems, sun damage, skin growths, vitiligo, and hair loss, and may also improve skin appearance.
research Antiandrogen Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Antiandrogen therapy helps treat genetic hair loss.
research Adverse Effects of Finasteride: Myths and Realities. An Updated Review
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
research Women's Health Considerations for Lipid Management
Manage women's cholesterol with diet, exercise, and careful treatment choices, especially during pregnancy, PCOS, and menopause.
research Proposition of a Low-Cost Field Assay to Determine Antiproliferative Properties of Indigenous Plants Using Dugesia Dorotocephala (Brown Planaria)
The study showed that brown planaria can be used to cheaply test if local plants can stop cell growth.
research Exogenous Testosterone or Testosterone with Finasteride Increases Bone Mineral Density in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy increases bone density in older men with low testosterone levels.
research A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Male Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (Category IIIA Chronic Nonbacterial Prostatitis)
Finasteride may help some male chronic pelvic pain patients, but more research needed.
research Delivery of Tissue-Targeted Scalpels: Opportunities and Challenges for In Vivo CRISPR/Cas-Based Genome Editing
Using CRISPR for gene editing in the body is promising but needs better delivery methods to be more efficient and specific.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
5α-reductase inhibitors and alpha-1 adrenergic antagonists together effectively treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, with long-term benefits.
research Pharmacogenetic Analysis of Human Steroid 5α Reductase Type II: Comparison of Finasteride and Dutasteride
Dutasteride is more efficient than finasteride, but individual results vary.
research Assessing Finasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the FAERS Database
Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
research Safety Profile of Human Papilloma Virus Vaccines: An Analysis of the US Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System from 2007 to 2017
HPV vaccines are generally safe but need further investigation for rare side effects.
research Medical Treatment of Non-Scarring Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride can help with hair loss, but more research is needed to improve treatments for certain types of hair loss.
research The Impact of 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Use for Male Pattern Hair Loss on Men's Health
Hair loss drugs may cause sexual issues and infertility in men.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase-Related Side Effects in Patients Seeking Medical Care for Sexual Dysfunction
5α-reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual drive and spontaneous erections but don't worsen existing erectile or ejaculatory problems.
research Alterations in Transcriptome and Antioxidant Activity of Naturally Aged Mice Exposed to Selenium-Rich Rice
Eating selenium-rich rice improved antioxidant activity and signs of aging in mice.