research An Old Problem with a New Cause: 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Persistent Sexual Dysfunction
Hair loss drugs like finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mood side effects, and more research is needed to understand these risks.
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research Antagonism of NMDA Receptors as a Potential Treatment for Down Syndrome: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Memantine may slightly improve memory in people with Down syndrome, but more research is needed.
research Chapter 17: Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs)
Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) are drugs that can control the effects of androgens in different tissues, potentially having fewer side effects and promising for treating various conditions.
research Promoting Longevity: A Global Approach
The document concludes that managing health issues like menopause, cardiovascular risk, and hair loss is crucial for promoting longevity in aging women.
research Repurposing of Various Current Medicines as Radioprotective Agents
Some existing medicines show promise as safe treatments to protect against the side effects of radiation therapy.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cell Secretome: Toward Cell-Free Therapeutic Strategies in Regenerative Medicine
The secretions of mesenchymal stem cells could be used for healing without using the cells themselves.
research Ginseng for Health Care: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials in Korean Literature
Ginseng is possibly safe but its effectiveness is unclear due to poor quality studies and mixed results.
research Levetiracetam in the Treatment of Idiopathic Generalized Epilepsies
Levetiracetam is widely used and generally well-tolerated for treating idiopathic generalized epilepsies, with tiredness as the main side effect.
research Dietary Glucoraphanin Prevents the Onset of Psychosis in Adult Offspring After Maternal Immune Activation
Eating glucoraphanin can help prevent psychosis in offspring whose mothers had immune system activation.
research The Osler Lecture 2012: Pharmacology 2.0, Medicines, Drugs, and Human Enhancement
The lecture concluded that drugs for human enhancement are here to stay and called for their responsible development and fair access.
research Unilateral Thalamic Infarction Associated With Rupture of Dissecting Posterior Cerebral Artery in Childhood-Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report
A 16-year-old boy with lupus had a rare brain artery issue but fully recovered with treatment.
research Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Mirabegron and Solifenacin in Combination Compared with Monotherapy in Patients with Overactive Bladder: SYNERGY II Study
Using mirabegron and solifenacin together is safe and more effective for treating overactive bladder than using either drug alone.
research Appearance and Internal Aging
Looking older on the outside might be linked to aging faster on the inside and can be affected by lifestyle choices and health risks.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Iron Deficiency and Its Potential Relationship to Hair Loss
Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.
research The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective
Mood stabilizers like lithium and anticonvulsants have side effects that can lead to patients stopping their medication, and managing these effects is important for treatment adherence.
research Experimental Protein-Energy Malnutrition in Baby Baboons
Malnutrition severely harms growth and development in young baboons.
research Adrenal Disorders and the Pediatric Brain: Pathophysiological Considerations and Clinical Implications
Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.
research Emotional Consequences of Finasteride: Fool’s Gold
Finasteride can cause serious emotional side effects; doctors should check patients' mental health history before prescribing.
research Clinical Features of Familial Lewy Body Parkinsonism Caused by α-Synuclein Triplication (Iowa Kindred) with Video Documentation
The document describes a woman with familial Parkinson's disease due to a genetic mutation, showing severe symptoms and poor response to treatment, and suggests finasteride may help reduce symptoms in Tourette syndrome.
research Neuropsychiatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Bipolar I Disorder With Catatonic Features
A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.
research The Therapeutic Potential of CRTH2/DP2 Beyond Allergy and Asthma
CRTH2 antagonists might be useful for treating many conditions because they play a role in immune and inflammation responses.
research Finasteride, Not Tamsulosin, Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction and Decreases Testosterone Levels in Men With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.
research Persistent Sexual Dysfunction with Finasteride 1 mg Taken for Hair Loss
Finasteride for hair loss increases risk of long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
research The Usual Treatment of Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias
The document concludes that inhalation of oxygen and sumatriptan injections are primary for cluster headaches, indomethacin for paroxysmal hemicrania, and lidocaine and lamotrigine for SUNCT, but SUNCT often resists treatment.
research Risk of Valproic Acid-Related Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Valproic acid increases the risk of hair loss more than other drugs, especially in migraine patients, and lamotrigine may be a safer alternative.
research Finasteride and Androgenic Alopecia: From Therapeutic Options to Medical Implications
Finasteride can treat hair loss, but may have side effects; evaluate and inform patients of risks.
research A 6-Month Prospective Study on Efficacy, Safety, and Quality of Life Profiles of Extended-Release Formulation of Valproate in Patients with Epilepsy
Extended-release valproate effectively reduced seizures and improved quality of life in epilepsy patients over 6 months, with some side effects.
research Molecular Basis of Androgen Action on Human Sexual Desire
Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.
research Abnormal Saccadic Oscillations Associated with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Encephalopathy and Ataxia
A man developed neurological issues from SARS-CoV-2 without severe breathing problems, worsening to death.
research Management of Recurrent Ischemic Priapism: A Complex Condition with Devastating Consequences
Effective, well-tolerated, and affordable treatments are needed for recurrent ischemic priapism.