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August 2022 in “Biomedicines” Dutasteride, usually used for prostate issues and hair loss, could potentially treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) due to its neuroprotective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, but more testing is needed.
September 2021 in “Elsevier eBooks” Saw palmetto is effective for men's prostate issues, may help women with certain conditions, and could potentially treat hair loss, but should be used carefully due to possible side effects and interactions.
Isotretinoin and tazarotene help treat acne, while minoxidil and finasteride promote hair growth.
July 2020 in “CRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting” Researchers developed a new skin patch that delivers more finasteride into the skin, potentially improving treatment for hair loss and prostate issues.
July 1993 in “Inpharma Weekly” Dicentrine reduced heart disease risk factors in rats, T-588 protected mice brains without side effects, Provir blocked herpes virus and lessened mouse symptoms, and LY191704 could treat hair loss and prostate issues.
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January 2020 in “Fertility and Sterility” Finasteride can cause serious side effects in some men, needing more research for treatment.
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January 2022 in “European Journal of Pharmacology” Riboflavin 5′-phosphate (FMN) shows potential for treating androgen-related conditions but may be limited in treating prostate cancer.
March 2018 in “Chin J Reprod Contracep” Chlormadinone acetate is useful for birth control and treating various hormonal issues.
May 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Clinicians need to better understand and treat Post-finasteride syndrome.
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July 2012 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Finasteride may cause long-lasting sexual side effects.
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April 1994 in “Baillière's clinical endocrinology and metabolism” 5α-reductase is essential for male sexual development and its inhibitors have potential in treating various conditions related to hormone action.
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January 2011 in “Current Pharmaceutical Design” S5αR inhibitors might help treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders but need more research.
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December 1998 in “Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics” Both drugs lower DHT levels, with GI198745 being more effective.
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May 2017 in “Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy” Edible seeds from the Cucurbitaceae family like pumpkin and watermelon seeds are nutritious and may have health benefits, but eating too much can cause side effects.
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January 2012 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.
39 citations,
April 2007 in “Therapeutic Drug Monitoring” Finasteride affects urinary steroid profiles and can potentially hide steroid abuse in sports drug testing.
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January 1998 in “European Urology” Finasteride works best in 6 months and lasts 6 years.
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March 2017 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Finasteride use linked to increased risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger people.
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December 2013 in “Sexual medicine reviews” Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
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March 2019 in “Behavioural Brain Research” Finasteride use can cause depression-like behavior in male rats.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology” Finasteride may increase the risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
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March 2019 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention” Finasteride use is not clearly linked to an increased risk of male breast cancer.
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January 2019 in “The Aging Male” Post-finasteride syndrome's existence is uncertain; more research needed.
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June 2015 in “JAMA Dermatology” Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.
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December 2011 in “Drug Research” Finasteride's two formulations absorb similarly, showing bioequivalence.
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September 2015 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” The document discusses new insights into how hormones affect male sexual health and related conditions.
June 2024 in “Drug and therapeutics bulletin” Finasteride can cause depression, suicidal thoughts, and lasting psychiatric and sexual issues.
November 2023 in “Acta scientific pharmaceutical sciences” Different methods accurately measure Finasteride in medicines and body fluids.
Men with early balding may have a higher risk of prostate issues, and surgery for prostate cancer has a slight survival benefit over radiation.
October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health” The conclusion is that doctors should be careful when prescribing 5α-reductase inhibitors due to possible serious side effects, and they should discuss these risks with patients.