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Off-label drug use can be risky but sometimes beneficial when standard treatments fail.
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research The First Visit: Consultation and Workup Before Sperm Banking
A thorough initial check-up is essential before sperm banking to ensure the best chance of preserving good quality sperm.
research Testosterone Is a Contraceptive and Should Not Be Used in Men Who Desire Fertility
Testosterone replacement therapy can prevent men from fathering children and should not be used by those wanting to stay fertile.
research Phospholipid-Polymer Hybrid Nanoparticle-Mediated Transfollicular Delivery of Quercetin: Prospective Implementation for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Quercetin-loaded nanoparticles can penetrate skin, minimize hair loss, and promote hair regrowth, showing slightly better results than a marketed product.
research Low Serum Zinc Concentration Is Associated With Low Serum Testosterone But Not Erectile Function
Low zinc levels are linked to low testosterone but not to sexual problems.
research An Observational Retrospective Evaluation of 79 Young Men with Long-Term Adverse Effects After Use of Finasteride Against Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride caused long-term sexual and non-sexual side effects in young men with hair loss.
research Clinical Dose Ranging Studies with Finasteride, a Type 2 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern hair loss with a 1 mg daily dose.
research Computational Drug Repositioning in Cardiorenal Disease: Opportunities, Challenges, and Approaches
Drug repositioning is a promising way to quickly develop new treatments, especially for rare diseases.
research Endocrinology and Metabolism News, August 2005: Effects of Finasteride on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Tissues
Finasteride causes temporary cell death in BPH tissues.
research Bee Venom Promotes Hair Growth by Inhibiting 5α-Reductase Expression
Bee venom helps hair grow and may work better than some common treatments.
research Development and Characterization of Poly(Lactic-Co-Glycolic Acid) Nanoparticles With Finasteride and In Vivo Evaluation of Their Efficacy in Hair Growth
Finasteride-loaded nanoparticles were successfully created for potential improved hair growth treatment.
research The Role of Medical Language in Changing Public Perceptions of Illness
Medical terms make new health issues seem more serious but don't affect views on well-known conditions.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Novel Herbal Solution for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia and Comparison with 5% Minoxidil: A Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial Study
Herbal solution improves hair diameter and density more than 5% minoxidil for androgenetic alopecia.
research Targeting Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway for Developing Therapies for Hair Loss
Activating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Rebalance of the Scalp Microbiota by a Multifunctional Ingredient
Dutasteride improved hair density and thickness in men not helped by finasteride, with minimal side effects.
research Andropause: A Misnomer for a True Clinical Entity
Men over 50 may experience hormone decline causing various symptoms, and proper management is crucial.
research Effects of a Gintonin-Enriched Fraction on Hair Growth: An In Vitro and In Vivo Study
Gintonin-enriched fraction promotes hair growth and could be a potential alopecia treatment.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma à la Carte
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows no significant benefit for bone and soft-tissue injuries or wound healing, and its effectiveness may improve with customization.
research Topical Minoxidil Fortified with Finasteride: Maintenance of Hair Density After Replacing Oral Finasteride
Using minoxidil with finasteride in a cream helps maintain hair thickness after stopping oral finasteride.
research Current Literature Review on Sexual Health and Function
The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
research Complications of Cushing's Syndrome: State of the Art
Cushing's syndrome can cause serious health problems, and early treatment is crucial, but some issues may remain after treatment.
research Short-Term Efficacy of Autologous Cellular Micrografts in Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Autologous cellular micrografts improve hair density and thickness in the short term for androgenetic alopecia.
research Study of Drug Target Identification and Associated Molecular Mechanisms for the Therapeutic Activity and Hair Follicle Induction of Two Ashwagandha Extracts Having Differential Withanolide Constitutions
One Ashwagandha extract may help protect cells with its antioxidant properties, while another could promote hair growth.
research Tackling Underrepresentation to Aid Understanding of Parkinson’s Disease: Progress and Further Opportunities
Addressing underrepresentation in Parkinson's research is crucial for better treatments and understanding.
research Androgens and Androgen Receptor in the Management of Skin Diseases
Understanding how androgens and their receptors work can lead to improved treatments for skin diseases.
research Repurposed Drugs: Current Trends In Drug Discovery
Drug repurposing speeds up development, cuts costs, and uses known safe drugs, but faces challenges like regulations and patents.
research Cellular Senescence and Aging in Myotonic Dystrophy
Myotonic Dystrophy may age cells faster, and drugs that target aging could be potential treatments.
research Is There an Association Between 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Metabolic Syndrome? A Narrative Review of the Literature
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause metabolic issues like liver disease and diabetes.
research New Lifestyle Drugs and Somatoform Disorders in Dermatology
The article concludes that dermatologists should prescribe lifestyle drugs carefully and consider mental health treatments for patients with disorders like BDD.
research Novel Tip-Loaded Dissolving and Implantable Microneedle Array Patches for Sustained Release of Finasteride
New dissolving and implantable microneedle patches have been created for a long-lasting, non-invasive delivery of the drug finasteride.