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 Analysis of Hormone Antagonists in Clinical and Municipal Wastewater by Isotopic Dilution Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry
Researchers developed a method to detect hormone-blocking drugs in wastewater and found them in Beijing's sewage, suggesting they can survive sewage treatment.
research Idiopathic Hirsutism: Androgen Role and Treatment Options
The document concludes that more research is needed to understand excessive hair growth in women with normal hormone levels and regular ovulation.
research Comparison of Finasteride and Flutamide in the Treatment of Idiopathic Hirsutism
Finasteride and flutamide both reduce hair growth, but finasteride has fewer side effects.
research Finasteride, a Type 2 5α-Reductase Inhibitor, in the Treatment of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats male hair loss, improving growth and density.
research HSD3B1 Genotypes Conferring Adrenal-Restrictive and Adrenal-Permissive Phenotypes in Prostate Cancer and Beyond
Certain HSD3B1 gene types are linked to worse prostate cancer outcomes and affect treatment response and other health conditions.
research Endocrine Evaluation of Hirsutism
Women with excessive male-pattern hair growth should get a full hormone check-up to find and treat any underlying issues, considering both medical and emotional aspects.
research Key Targets of Hormonal Treatment of Prostate Cancer: The Androgen Receptor and 5α-Reductase
Blocking DHT production more strongly may help control advanced prostate cancer and improve quality of life.
research Relative Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Treatment of Hirsutism
Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.
research New Approaches to the Treatment of Osteoporosis
Future osteoporosis treatments should focus on increasing bone growth, with many promising options available.
research Combined Oral Contraception and Bicalutamide in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Severe Hirsutism: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial
Birth control pills combined with bicalutamide are more effective at reducing excessive hair growth in women with PCOS than birth control pills alone.
research Steroid Sulfatase Inhibitors: Therapeutic Applications and Development
Steroid Sulfatase inhibitors show promise in treating hormone-dependent disorders like cancers, hair loss, and acne, with 667COUMATE being a potential candidate for breast cancer treatment trials.
research Cloning, Expression, and Characterization of Rhesus Macaque Types 1 and 2 5alpha-Reductase: Evidence for Mechanism-Based Inhibition by Finasteride
Finasteride inhibits enzyme activity in rhesus macaques, suggesting they're useful for evaluating similar drugs.
research Androgen Receptor Modulators: A Review of Recent Patents and Reports (2012-2018)
New androgen receptor modulators show promise for treating diseases like prostate cancer and muscle wasting.
research Pharmacologic Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The document concludes that various drugs can manage symptoms and metabolic issues in women with PCOS.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research Antiandrogen Therapy for Skin and Hair Disease
Antiandrogen therapies are beneficial for treating skin and hair conditions related to androgen levels.
research A Review on Steroidal 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
New treatments for enlarged prostate are being developed, some of which may be more effective than current medications.
research Therapeutic Androgen Receptor Ligands
Androgens and SARMs play a role in body mass, frailty, skin health, and hair growth, and are used in treating prostate cancer, acne, and hair loss, with potential for new uses and improved versions in the future.
research Preliminary Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism of Novel Non-Steroidal Antiandrogens in the Rat: Relation of Their Systemic Activity to the Formation of a Common Metabolite
Two non-steroidal antiandrogens, RU 58841 and RU 56187, form a common metabolite at different rates, which may influence their effects; RU 56187 could be used for prostate cancer treatment and RU 58841 for acne treatment.
research Inhibition of 5α-Reductase Impairs Cognitive Performance, Alters Dendritic Morphology, and Increases Tau Phosphorylation in the Hippocampus of Male 3xTg-AD Mice
Blocking 5α-reductase can harm memory and brain structure, and increase harmful brain changes in male mice used for Alzheimer's disease research.
research Finasteride and Androgenic Alopecia: From Therapeutic Options to Medical Implications
Finasteride can treat hair loss, but may have side effects; evaluate and inform patients of risks.
research Synthesis and In Vitro Evaluation of 4-Substituted N-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-Oxo-4-Androstene-17β-Carboxamides as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Antiandrogens
The new compounds moderately block a specific enzyme and strongly counteract a male hormone, suggesting potential for treating certain male-related health conditions.
research Discovery of Natural Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Natural herbal compounds might treat certain medical conditions by reducing DHT levels, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Improving Selective Androgen Receptor Modulator Discovery and Preclinical Evaluation
We need better ways to test and understand SARMs to make safer and more effective treatments.
research Endocrine Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy: Current Concepts
New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
research The Diagnosis and Management of Hirsutism
The article explains how to identify and treat excessive hair growth in women, which can be distressing and may signal other health problems.
research Hirsutism
Most women with excessive hair growth have PCOS; treatment varies and focuses on preventing new hair, with electrolysis as the only permanent removal method.
research Process Development and Crystallization in Oiling-Out System of a Novel Topical Antiandrogen
In 2017, a new method was created to efficiently produce a topical antiandrogen, a compound used to treat excess sebum and acne, with a high yield and purity.
research Pattern Alopecia During Hormonal Anticancer Therapy in Patients with Breast Cancer
Some breast cancer patients on hormonal therapy may develop male or female pattern hair loss, which can sometimes be improved with topical treatments.