research Maximum Efficacy of Finasteride Is Obtained Within 6 Months and Maintained Over 6 Years
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research Efficacy and Safety of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Monotherapy in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Meta-Analysis
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.
research Doxazosin and Finasteride Alone or in Combination: The PREDICT Study
Doxazosin alone or combined with finasteride improves prostate symptoms better than finasteride alone, without extra benefits.
research Intervention in Prostate Cancer: Slight Advantages for Radical Prostatectomy
Men with early balding may have a higher risk of prostate issues, and surgery for prostate cancer has a slight survival benefit over radiation.
research Baldness In Young Men Could Be A Risk Factor For BPH
Early balding may be a sign of future prostate problems.
research The Clinical Development of a 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, Finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats BPH, but needs more trials to understand potential.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors/Finasteride: A Safe and Effective Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride is a safe and effective long-term treatment for prostate enlargement, reducing prostate volume and related symptoms.
research Combined Treatment of Benign Prostatic Syndrome with Tamsulosin and Finasteride: Literature Review and Prescription Data
Using tamsulosin and finasteride together for benign prostatic syndrome has increased and shows improvement in symptoms, but more reliable comparisons are needed.
research A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study to Investigate the Effects of Finasteride Combined with a Biodegradable Self-Reinforced Poly L-Lactic Acid Spiral Stent in Patients with Urinary Retention Caused by Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Combination therapy improves urinary flow and reduces residual urine, but needs better stent design.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Androgenetic Alopecia as an Early Marker of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Early hair loss may indicate future prostate issues.
research Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, shrinks it, improves urination, but may cause sexual dysfunction and isn't for women or children.
research Continued Improvement in Pressure-Flow Parameters in Men Receiving Finasteride for 2 Years
Finasteride improves urinary function in men for 2 years.
research Serenoa Repens (Saw Palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part I
Saw palmetto extract is generally safe and can effectively treat Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, but its evaluation is affected by varying quality and a need for long-term studies.
research Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Metabolic Syndrome, and Androgenic Alopecia: Is There a Possible Relationship?
People with early hair loss may have a higher chance of enlarged prostate and metabolic syndrome, so they should be checked for urinary and metabolic issues.
research Androgenetic Alopecia as an Early Marker of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Early hair loss may indicate prostate issues.
research Finasteride for Prostatic Disease: An Updated and Comprehensive Review
Finasteride helps treat prostate issues and may prevent prostate cancer in high-risk men.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
5α-reductase inhibitors and alpha-1 adrenergic antagonists together effectively treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, with long-term benefits.
research Pharmacological Therapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: An Overview for the Practicing Clinician
Medications have become the main treatment for enlarged prostate symptoms, replacing surgery and watchful waiting.
research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.
research Finasteride Monotherapy Before TURP: Significant Improvement in Early Postoperative Quality of Life
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and improves early postoperative quality of life.
research Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: A Critical Review. Part V: Alpha-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs
α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
research Associations Between Variants in the Cyclooxygenase 2 Enzyme Gene (PTGS2) and Development of Benign Prostate Enlargement
Certain gene variants may raise the risk of prostate enlargement, but taking NSAIDs could reduce this risk.
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 Patients With a Large Prostate Show a Higher Prevalence of Androgenetic Alopecia
Large prostate links to more hair loss, but age of onset doesn't affect it.
research Pharmacokinetic Interaction Between Finasteride and Terazosin, but Not Finasteride and Doxazosin
Finasteride interacts with terazosin, but not doxazosin; caution needed.
research Analyzing Finasteride Data
Finasteride slightly improves prostate symptoms but has minimal difference from placebo.
research Six Weeks Finasteride Monotherapy Before TURP: Does It Improve Quality of Life in Early Postoperative Period?
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and slightly improves early postoperative quality of life.
research Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Finasteride
Finasteride helps regrow hair and shrink prostate by reducing DHT, with some sexual side effects.
research What Do We Know About Phytotherapy of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?
Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.