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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.
research Immunoregulatory Mechanisms and Stress Hormones in Psoriasis (Part 1)
Stress hormones like cortisol may trigger psoriasis flare-ups.
research Male Pattern Hair Loss: Current Understanding
Genetics and hormones cause hair loss; finasteride treats it safely.
research Diseases Of The Canine Prostate Gland
The main prostate diseases in dogs are benign growth, infections, and cancer, with various treatments ranging from drugs to surgery, but cancer treatments have limited success.
research Improvement in Androgenetic Alopecia (Stage V) Using Topical Minoxidil in a Retinoid Vehicle and Oral Finasteride
Combination therapy improves hair growth in advanced hair loss.
research Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Finasteride
Finasteride helps regrow hair and shrink prostate by reducing DHT, with some sexual side effects.
research Connexin 43 Expression in the Testes During Postnatal Development of Finasteride-Treated Male Rat Offspring
Finasteride treatment changes Cx43 in rat testes, possibly causing fertility issues.
research Validated RP-HPLC and TLC Methods for Simultaneous Estimation of Tamsulosin Hydrochloride and Finasteride in Combined Dosage Forms
Methods accurately measure tamsulosin hydrochloride and finasteride in combined dosages.
research Androgen Receptor Gene CAG and GGN Polymorphisms in Infertile Nigerian Men
Certain gene variations are not a major cause of male infertility in Nigerian men.
research Atypical Post-Finasteride Syndrome: A Pharmacological Riddle
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause severe, lasting side effects.
research A Combined Regimen of Cyproterone Acetate and Testosterone Enanthate as a Potentially Highly Effective Male Contraceptive
The combination of cyproterone acetate and testosterone enanthate is highly effective in preventing sperm production and could be a good reversible male contraceptive.
research Pharmacological Control of Reproduction in Dogs and Cats
Different drugs are used to manage breeding, prevent or end pregnancy, and treat reproductive issues in dogs and cats.
research Nonsurgical Therapy for Hair Loss
Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
research Evaluation of the Effect of Injection of Dutasteride as a Mesotherapeutic Tool in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in Males
Dutasteride mesotherapy helps treat male hair loss but may harm sperm and sexual function.
research Current Literature Review on Sexual Health and Function
The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
research Let Astaxanthin Be Thy Medicine
Astaxanthin is a safe antioxidant that may improve heart, skin, eye health, and physical performance, and help manage chronic diseases.
research Finasteride Quantification in Human Plasma by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography Coupled to Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry: Application to a Comparative Pharmacokinetics Study
New method measures finasteride in plasma, finds two formulations bioequivalent.
research Adverse Sexual Effects of Treatment with Finasteride or Dutasteride for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Finasteride and dutasteride increase sexual dysfunction risk by 1.57 times in male hair loss treatment.
research Finasteride and Sexual Side Effects
Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction, but they are reversible and affect less than 2% of men.
research A Review on Forensic Toxicological Analysis of Drugs in Hair Using Various Instrumental Techniques
Hair analysis is better than urine and blood for detecting past drug use.
research Adult Patients with Aphallia: Were They Fertile?
The document does not determine if adults with aphallia are fertile.
research Lactoferrin Promotes Hair Growth in Mice and Increases Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation Through Erk/Akt and Wnt Signaling Pathways
Lactoferrin helps mice grow hair by increasing cell growth and hair follicle development.
research PRP in Combination Therapy for Hair Loss (AGA)
Combining PRP with other treatments can improve hair loss outcomes.
research Male Equivalent Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Hormonal, Metabolic, and Clinical Aspects
Men with hormonal imbalances similar to PCOS may have increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases.
research Finasteride, Not Tamsulosin, Increases Severity of Erectile Dysfunction and Decreases Testosterone Levels in Men With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.
research Effects of Non-Contingent Cocaine on 3alpha-Androstanediol: Disruption of Male Sexual Behavior
Cocaine impairs male sexual behavior and alters testosterone metabolism in the brain.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
5α-reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in men with enlarged prostate.