research Steroidal 5α-Reductase and 17α-Hydroxylase/17,20-Lyase (CYP17) Inhibitors Useful in the Treatment of Prostatic Diseases
Certain drugs that block specific enzymes can help treat prostate diseases.
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research Leydig Cell Hyperplasia and Adenomas in Mice Treated with Finasteride, a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor: A Possible Mechanism
Finasteride causes abnormal growth in male mice cells at high doses.
research A Microfluidic Application for Mass Production of Drug-Loaded Polymeric Microspheres for a Long-Acting Injectable With IVL-DrugFluidic, a Novel Microfluidic Microsphere Manufacturing Platform Technology
IVL-DrugFluidic® can mass-produce high-quality, long-acting injectable drug microspheres, improving patient compliance and reducing side effects.
research Pharmacological Options for Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders
Different drugs can treat high male hormone levels in women, but they have various effects and some may harm a fetus.
research Finasteride-Induced Myalgia and HyperCKemia
Finasteride can cause muscle pain and high creatine kinase levels, but stopping the medication may resolve symptoms.
research Acne Fulminans: Explosive Systemic Form of Acne
Taking finasteride daily can effectively and safely increase hair density and thickness for women with hair loss.
research Administration of Caesalpinia Bonduc Seed Extracts Ameliorates Testosterone-Induced Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Male Wistar Rats
Caesalpinia bonduc seed extracts may help treat enlarged prostate in rats.
research The Shifting Preferences of Patients and Physicians in Nonsurgical Hair Loss Treatment
Minoxidil and Finasteride are the most popular hair loss treatments, with rising interest in other options, and economic or health crises can change what treatments people prefer.
research Disposition and Metabolism of Finasteride in Dogs
research Assessment of the Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Interaction Between Terazosin and Finasteride
Terazosin and finasteride together cause no major issues.
research Effect of Finasteride on Adrenal Steroidogenesis in Men
Finasteride, when taken daily, lowers dihydrotestosterone levels but doesn't noticeably affect adrenal steroid production, except by blocking the 5 alpha-reductase enzyme.
research Evaluation of the Safety and Effectiveness of Oral Minoxidil in Children: A Systematic Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil is safe for treating children's hair disorders.
research The Possible Role of Prescribing Medications in Contributing to Male-Factor Infertility: Assessment of the FDA Pharmacovigilance Database
Some medications might contribute to male infertility, with finasteride showing a high number of reports.
research Interventions for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: A Network Meta-Analysis
No single treatment is clearly effective for central serous chorioretinopathy.
research Hormesis And Medicine: Biphasic Dose-Response Relationship
Low doses of some substances can be beneficial, while high doses can be harmful or toxic.
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 In Vitro Analysis of Finasteride Activity Against Candida Albicans Urinary Biofilm Formation and Filamentation
Finasteride effectively prevents biofilm formation and treats preformed biofilms, but requires high doses.
research Oral Low-Dose Naltrexone in the Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris: An Uncontrolled Open-Label Prospective Study
Low-dose naltrexone may help reduce redness in certain scalp conditions.
research What Do We Know About 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors?
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for male hair loss and enlarged prostate but may cause reversible sexual side effects.
research Finasteride-Associated Melasma in a Caucasian Male
A man got brown patches on his skin (melasma) after taking finasteride, a hair loss treatment.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness?
PFS might be a delusional disorder with potential to become mass psychogenic illness.
research Investigation of the Plausibility of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Syndrome
The document concludes that sexual and psychiatric side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are reported, but more high-quality research is needed to understand how often they occur.
research Effects of Exercise Combined with Finasteride on Hormone and Ovarian Function in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Rats
Exercise and finasteride together improve ovary health in PCOS rats.
research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss
Many treatments for hair loss show potential, but more testing is needed to confirm their effectiveness. Only minoxidil for women and minoxidil and finasteride for men are FDA approved.
research A Small Dose of Botulinum Toxin A Is Effective for Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Chinese Patients
Small Botox dose effectively treats hair loss in Chinese men.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research Hospitalists for the NHS: The Role of Androgens and Antiandrogen Therapy in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Antiandrogen therapy may help treat hidradenitis suppurativa.
research The Role of Androgens in Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the Potential Benefits of Antiandrogen Therapy
Antiandrogen therapy may be beneficial for women with hidradenitis suppurativa.
research Forum
The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
research Finasteride and Sperm Concentration: Rapid Systematic Review
Finasteride appears safe for long-term sperm concentration, but more research is needed for clear conclusions.