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research Bioactive Metabolites of Edible Mushrooms Efficacious Against Androgenic Alopecia: Targeting SRD5A2 Using Computational Approach
Certain compounds found in edible mushrooms may help treat hair loss.
research Bioactive Metabolites of Edible Mushrooms Efficacious Against Androgenic Alopecia: Targeting SRD5A2 Using Computational Approach
Mushroom compounds may help treat hair loss better than Finasteride.
research Inhibition of Skin 5α-Reductase by Oral Contraceptive Progestins In Vitro
Norgestimate is the most effective birth control progestin for reducing an enzyme linked to acne and excessive hair growth in women.
research Biotechnological Applications of Mushrooms Under the Water-Energy-Food Nexus: Crucial Aspects and Prospects from Farm to Pharmacy
Mushrooms offer benefits for food, energy, and water security, and have potential uses in health and environmental applications.
research Is 3α, 17β-Androstanediol-Glucuronide a Diagnostic Marker in Women with Androgenic Manifestations?
3α, 17β-androstanediol-glucuronide is not a useful marker for androgen excess but may help monitor certain treatments.
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5 / 453 resultscommunity What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.
community Detailed 6 months update for FUE HT and 4 years of FIN-MIN journey
A 25-year-old who has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 4 years to treat hair loss, underwent a successful FUE hair transplant in Mumbai, India, in April 2023. The user reported positive results, including increased hair density and reduced frizziness, and plans to continue treatment for further growth.
community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.
community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months
The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.
community 15 years of finasteride/minoxidil
A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.