research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
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research Sex Hormones and Sarcopenia in Older Persons
Sex hormone treatments can increase muscle mass in older adults but have inconsistent effects on muscle function and may carry cardiovascular risks.
research Basic Mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 Infection: Implications for Endocrine Systems
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.
research Proton Affinitive Derivatization for Highly Sensitive Determination of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone in Saliva Samples by LC-ESI-MS/MS
Using 5-butylpicolinate esters improves the sensitivity and reliability of detecting testosterone and dihydrotestosterone in saliva.
research Evaluation of the 5α-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride on Reproduction and Gonadal Development in Medaka, Oryzias Latipes
Finasteride negatively affects fish reproduction and gonadal development.
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 Associations Between Serum Dihydrotestosterone Levels, Lipid Parameters, and Anthropometric Measurements in Male Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Men with Type 2 Diabetes have lower DHT levels, which may affect fertility and lipid profiles.
research Stability Study of Finasteride: Stability-Indicating LC Method, In Silico and LC-ESI-MS Analysis of Major Degradation Product, and an In Vitro Biological Safety Study
Finasteride's stability and safety confirmed through precise analytical methods.
research Endocrine Treatment of Transsexual Persons: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guideline recommends mental health involvement in diagnosing gender identity disorder and outlines hormone and surgical treatment protocols, emphasizing safety, informed consent, and long-term monitoring.
research Pharmacology of Anabolic Steroids
Anabolic steroids can build muscle and strength but have risks and need more research on their clinical benefits and side effects.
research Hormonal Contraceptives: Pharmacology Tailored to Women's Health
New hormonal contraceptives are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits for women.
research Iron Deficiency in Female Pattern Hair Loss, Chronic Telogen Effluvium, and Control Groups
Iron deficiency common in women, not always linked to hair loss; more research needed.
research Antibody-Capped Mesoporous Nanoscopic Materials: Design of a Probe for the Selective Chromo-Fluorogenic Detection of Finasteride
Probe detects finasteride with high selectivity and low detection limit.
research From Gene to Therapy in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy: Are We There Yet?
Effective treatments for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy are not yet available; more research is needed.
research In Vitro Selective Inhibition of Human UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A4 by Finasteride and Prediction of In Vivo Drug–Drug Interactions
Finasteride affects UGT1A4 enzyme, but not enough to cause issues when combined with other drugs.
research Selective and Rapid Determination of Tadalafil and Finasteride Using Solid Phase Extraction by High Performance Liquid Chromatography and Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Quick, selective detection of tadalafil and finasteride in human plasma developed.
research Untargeted Metabolomics and Steroid Signatures in Urine of Male Pattern Baldness Patients After Finasteride Treatment for a Year
Finasteride treatment changes urine metabolomics and steroid signatures, potentially monitoring effectiveness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Testicular Steroidogenesis: Production and Regulation of Testosterone and Dihydrotestosterone
Genetic defects in testosterone production can cause hormonal and developmental disorders, and more research is needed to understand androgen regulation and develop safer treatments.
research Drug Repositioning Approach to Target Viral and Host Cells for COVID-19 Treatment: A Review of In Vivo Experiments and Clinical Studies
Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19 shows promise but requires more research to confirm effectiveness.
research Adverse Effects of the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride on Daphnia Magna: Endocrine System and Lipid Metabolism Disruption
Finasteride harms Daphnia magna's reproduction, growth, and metabolism.
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 Intracrine Androgen Biosynthesis, Metabolism, and Action Revisited
The document concludes that blocking the internal pathways that create androgens might help treat cancers that depend on sex hormones.
research Final Results of a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Two-Arm, Parallel Clinical Trial of Proxalutamide for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: A Multiregional, Joint Analysis of the Proxa-Rescue AndroCoV Trial
Proxalutamide improved recovery, lowered death rates, and reduced hospital stay for COVID-19 patients.
research Evidence for the Efficacy and Safety of Tadalafil and Finasteride in Combination for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Erectile Dysfunction in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Taking tadalafil and finasteride together is safe and effective for treating urinary symptoms and erectile dysfunction in men with enlarged prostates.
research Alcohol and Prostate Cancer: Time to Draw Conclusions
Drinking a lot of alcohol increases the risk of prostate cancer and can worsen the condition.
research Compounded Topical Preparations in Plaque Psoriasis: Still a Place for It in 2018?
Compounded topical preparations should be used with caution for severe psoriasis and generally come after systemic treatments.
research Survey of the Prices of Topical Compounded Medications for Alopecia in the Tri-State Area
Prices for compounded alopecia medications vary widely, with most pharmacies offering customization and delivery within a week.
research A Dramatic Case of Diabetic Gustatory Hyperhidrosis Successfully Treated with Topical Glycopyrrolate
Topical glycopyrrolate lotion helped reduce excessive sweating from eating in a diabetic man.
research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
research Topical Minoxidil: Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness in Hair Loss Treatment
Most people using minoxidil for hair loss probably won't see significant improvement.