research Molecular Interactions of New Pregnenedione Derivatives
The new progesterone derivatives effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and bind to the androgen receptor.
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research Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Unsaturated Carboxysteroids as Human 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A Legitimate Approach
New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
research FCE 28260, A New 5α-Reductase Inhibitor: In Vitro and In Vivo Effects
FCE 28260 is a stronger and longer-lasting inhibitor of 5α-reductase than finasteride, which may make it a better treatment for certain medical conditions.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Male Reproduction
5α-Reductase inhibitors can negatively affect male sexual function and, in some cases, significantly reduce sperm count, but these effects may be reversible.
research Is The Metabolism Of Testosterone To 5α-Dihydrotestosterone Required For Androgen Action In The Skin?
Testosterone conversion to 5α-DHT may not be essential for its effects on the skin.
research Role of ACE2 Polymorphism in COVID-19: Impact of Age
Different ACE2 gene versions may affect COVID-19 impact based on age and suggest some hair loss drugs could be potential treatments.
research Patterns of Care for Newly Diagnosed Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the United States
Most care for benign prostatic hyperplasia follows guidelines, but 5-α reductase inhibitors are often used incorrectly.
research Safety and Efficacy of Advanced and Targeted Acid α-Glucosidase (AT-GAA) (ATB200/AT2221) in ERT-Switch Nonambulatory Patients with Pompe Disease: Preliminary Results from the ATB200-02 Trial
The combination of tadalafil and finasteride improves urinary symptoms and erectile function in men with enlarged prostates.
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 Physicochemical Characterization of Chitosan-Decorated Finasteride Solid Lipid Nanoparticles for Skin Drug Delivery
Chitosan-decorated nanoparticles can improve skin delivery and reduce side effects of finasteride.
research Finasteride Induced Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
A man had a rare stroke possibly due to taking finasteride, which might have increased his hormone levels causing a blood clot. His memory loss didn't fully recover even after stopping the medication.
research Comment on 'The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Possible Etiological Mechanisms and Symptoms'
Some men experience persistent sexual, neurological, and psychological symptoms after stopping finasteride, but evidence of permanent damage is inconclusive.
research Advances in Knowledge of Androgens: How Intentional and Accidental Neurosteroid Changes Inform Us of Their Action and Role
Finasteride can have lasting negative effects on brain function and behavior by disrupting neurosteroid production.
research Economic Implications of Urologist Prescription Practices Among Medicare Part D Beneficiaries
Using more low-cost and generic drugs could save Medicare Part D a lot of money.
research Finasteride Reduces Serum PSA to a Similar Extent at 1 mg and 5 mg Daily Doses
Finasteride lowers PSA levels about the same whether taken at 1 mg or 5 mg daily.
research Combination of Finasteride and Tamsulosin in the Treatment of Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: What Are Patients Thinking?
Patients follow treatment well, but many change medicines; good information helps compliance.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Newly Recognized Condition
Post-finasteride syndrome causes various symptoms in men using finasteride, with no known cure.
research Molecular Targeted Therapies for Cancer: Sorafenib Monotherapy and Its Combination with Other Therapies
Sorafenib helps some advanced cancers alone or with other treatments, but not all, and research continues to improve its use.
research Minoxidil May Suppress Androgen Receptor-Related Functions
Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.
research Current Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
TURP is the best treatment for BPH, but some patients prefer medications like alpha-blockers and finasteride.
research Para Rubber Seed Oil: The Safe and Efficient Bio-Material for Hair Loss Treatment
Para rubber seed oil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
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 Should Finasteride Be Routinely Given Preoperatively for TURP?
Finasteride may reduce bleeding after TURP, but more research needed.
research Use of Antiandrogens as Therapeutic Agents in COVID-19 Patients
Antiandrogens might help prevent or treat COVID-19 by blocking the virus's entry into cells.
research Is the Sulfonamide Group of Tamsulosin the Main Factor in the Pathophysiology of Floppy Iris Syndrome?
Tamsulosin's sulfonamide group may contribute to floppy iris syndrome.
research Male Alopecia, Finasteride, and Cancer Risk
Finasteride for hair loss may increase the risk of certain cancers and has side effects; better regulation and education on its use are needed.
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 French Administrative Health Care Database (SNDS): The Value of Its Enrichment
Enriching the French health care database with external data greatly improved its usefulness.
research Effects of 8-Week Endurance Training on Autophagy and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Rats
Endurance exercise may help BPH by lowering hormones and inflammation.
research Retraction of: Transurethral Resection of Prostate and Bleeding: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial to See the Efficacy of Short-Term Use of Finasteride and Dutasteride on Operative Blood Loss and Prostatic Microvessel Density
The journal retracted an article due to inaccurate statistics and asked the authors to revise and resubmit it.