research Novel Enzymatic Assay Predicts Minoxidil Response in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
New test predicts if hair loss treatment will work.
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research Minoxidil in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil helps treat pattern hair loss in both men and women.
research Human Type 3 5α-Reductase Is Expressed in Peripheral Tissues at Higher Levels Than Types 1 and 2 and Its Activity Is Potently Inhibited by Finasteride and Dutasteride
Type 3 5α-reductase is more common and finasteride and dutasteride strongly inhibit it.
research Kinetic Analysis of LY320236: Competitive Inhibitor of Type I and Non-Competitive Inhibitor of Type II Human Steroid 5α-Reductase
LY320236 is a strong blocker of two enzymes that change testosterone into dihydrotestosterone and might help treat conditions related to male hormones.
research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.
research Oral Minoxidil Bio-Activation by Hair Follicle Outer Root Sheath Cell Sulfotransferase Enzymes Predicts Clinical Efficacy in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil activation by hair enzymes predicts treatment success for female hair loss.
research Visualization of Sweat Suppression Following Botulinum Toxin A by Soluble Microneedle Arrays
Microneedle arrays deliver botulinum toxin effectively for sweat suppression, similar to injections.
research A New Label-Free Screen for Steroid 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Using LC-MS
Researchers developed a new method to find substances in herbs that can block a specific enzyme linked to hair loss.
research Comparative Pharmacological Evaluation of Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis Leaf Extract and Eclipta Alba Bark Extract
Hibiscus leaf extract is better for diabetes, and Eclipta alba bark extract is better for antioxidants.
research Structural and Functional Studies of L-PGDS and SMPDL3A Enzymes in Lipid Signaling Family
L-PGDS has specific binding sites for its functions and could help in drug delivery system design.
research N-Acyl Arylsulfonamides as Novel, Reversible Inhibitors of Human Steroid Sulfatase
Scientists found new, better-working inhibitors for a hormone-related enzyme.
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research Synthesis and 5α-Reductase Inhibitory Activity of 8-Substituted Benzo[ƒ]Quinolinones Derived from Palladium Mediated Coupling Reactions
Some newly made compounds can block an enzyme linked to hair loss and prostate growth, with one in particular being very selective.
research A Peptide Derivative with Known Anti-Wrinkle Properties Identified as Potent Dipeptidylpeptidase-4 Inhibitor
A peptide known for reducing wrinkles also effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to skin inflammation and acne.
research Minoxidil Sulphation in Human Liver and Platelets
Minoxidil is processed in the body by an enzyme found in the liver and platelets.
research How Biotin Induces Misleading Results in Thyroid Bioassays: Case Series
Taking biotin supplements can cause incorrect thyroid test results, leading to wrong diagnoses.
research A Guide to the Use of Bioassays in Exploration of Natural Resources
Bioassays help find useful compounds in nature for making medicines, supplements, and cosmetics.
research Vitamin D Activates Type A Natriuretic Peptide Receptor Gene Transcription in Inner Medullary Collecting Duct Cells
Vitamin D boosts a specific gene activity in kidney cells that could improve heart and kidney function.
research Sulfation of Minoxidil by Multiple Human Cytosolic Sulfotransferases
Minoxidil breakdown varies by enzymes, affecting hair loss treatment effectiveness.
research Low-Dose Daily Aspirin Reduces Topical Minoxidil Efficacy in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Daily low-dose aspirin lowers minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
research Characterization of the Serotoninergic System in the C57BL/6 Mouse Skin
Mouse skin can produce and process serotonin, with variations depending on hair cycle, body location, and mouse strain.
research Anti-Androgenic Effect of Sesquiterpenes Isolated from the Rhizomes of Curcuma Aeruginosa Roxb.
Germacrone from Curcuma aeruginosa may help treat conditions related to male hormones by blocking a specific enzyme.
research Clinical Utility and Validity of Minoxidil Response Testing in Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil response testing helps treat hair loss effectively and safely.
research Sulfation of Minoxidil by Human Platelet Sulfotransferase
Human platelets change minoxidil to minoxidil sulfate, helping blood vessels widen.
research Inhibition of Rat 5α-Reductase Activity and Testosterone-Induced Sebum Synthesis in Hamster Sebocytes by an Extract of Quercus Acutissima Cortex
An extract from Quercus acutissima bark was found to reduce sebum production and block an enzyme linked to acne.
research Sulfotransferase Activity in Plucked Hair Follicles Predicts Response to Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Sulfotransferase in hair follicles helps predict how well minoxidil works for female hair loss.
research Minoxidil: A Comprehensive Review
Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
research Anti-Androgenic Curcumin Analogues as Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Some curcumin-like compounds can effectively and safely block the enzyme linked to hair loss and other conditions related to male hormones.
research Expression of NAD+-Dependent 15-Hydroxyprostaglandin Dehydrogenase and Protection of Prostaglandins in Human Hair Follicle
A substance called compound-1 could help increase hair growth by maintaining prostaglandin levels in hair follicles.
research Characterization of Follicular Minoxidil Sulfotransferase Activity in a Cohort of Pattern Hair Loss Patients from the Indian Subcontinent
About 41% of Indian hair loss patients have low enzyme activity that affects hair loss treatment effectiveness, with men affected more than women. Testing for this can guide treatment.
research Lactate Dehydrogenase Activity Drives Hair Follicle Stem Cell Activation
Lactate production is important for activating hair growth stem cells.