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Glossary Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 2

enzyme converting testosterone to potent androgen dihydrotestosterone (DHT)

Steroid 5 Alpha-Reductase 2 (also known as 5α-Reductase Type 2 or SRD5A2) is an enzyme that converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a more potent androgen. This enzyme plays a crucial role in the development of male characteristics and is also implicated in conditions like male pattern baldness and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

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research Steroid 5α-reductase 2 deficiency leads to reduced dominance-related and impulse-control behaviors

14 citations , February 2018 in “Psychoneuroendocrinology”

This study found that male 5α-reductase 2 knockout mice showed deficits in social dominance behaviors and reduced dopamine receptor binding in a brain region related to social ranking.

Intraethnic Variation in Steroid-5-Alpha-Reductase Polymorphisms in Prostate Cancer Patients: A Potential Factor Implicated in 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Treatment

research Intraethnic variation in steroid-5-alpha-reductase polymorphisms in prostate cancer patients: a potential factor implicated in 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor treatment

4 citations , June 2015 in “Journal of Genetics/Journal of genetics”

This abstract reports funding sources for ongoing research and does not present any study results.

research Effects on Steroid 5-Alpha Reductase Gene Expression of Thai Rice Bran Extracts and Molecular Dynamics Study on SRD5A2

14 citations , April 2021 in “Biology”

This study found that ethanol extract of Tubtim Chumphae rice bran downregulates SRD5A gene expression, similarly to finasteride, suggesting potential use as an anti-hair loss product.

research Steroid 5α-reductase inhibition by polymethoxyflavones

6 citations , August 2013 in “한국응용생명화학회지”

This study found that among eleven tested polymethoxyflavones, 5-hydroxy-7,4′-dimethoxyflavone was the strongest steroid 5α-reductase inhibitor and suggests potential use for benign prostatic hyperplasia treatment.

research GhDET2, a steroid 5α‐reductase, plays an important role in cotton fiber cell initiation and elongation

193 citations , June 2007 in “The Plant Journal”

This study found that the GhDET2 gene plays a crucial role in cotton fiber initiation and elongation, suggesting that modifying brassinosteroid biosynthesis may enhance fiber quality or yield.

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community 5 alpha reductase type 1 is in brain tissue producing the main endogenous gabaergic allopregnanolone, not 2. How can finasteride as a 5ar2 lower that?

27 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about their effects on neurosteroids and potential side effects like depression. Alternatives like topical estrogen and lifestyle changes are considered, with varying opinions on mental health and hair regrowth.

community Did anybody use beta sisterol for hair loss? I saw in many articles in the internet that said that beta sisterol blocks dht by inhibiting 5a reductase type 2 enzyme and some reviews of people who said that it worked better than saw palmetto in terms of stoping hair loss and helping prostate.

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Beta-sitosterol may inhibit 5-alpha reductase type 2 enzyme, potentially reducing DHT levels and promoting hair growth, similar to finasteride but possibly with fewer side effects. Its effectiveness and side effects compared to other treatments like saw palmetto and finasteride remain uncertain due to limited research.

community What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers

3 upvotes 2 years ago

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 Alternatives/unorthodox hairloss protocols to the big three

in Chat 1 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses alternative and unorthodox hair loss treatments, including RU58841, nandrolone, and dianabol, as well as theoretical approaches involving high doses of estrogen and selective estrogen receptor modulators. These methods are considered extreme and potentially harmful but are explored for those unable to tolerate traditional 5-alpha reductase inhibitors.

community Thoughts on this hair product mix?

22 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is using a combination of 6% minoxidil, 0.3% finasteride spray in the morning, and 5% RU58841 in the evening for hair loss, considering it an aggressive approach. They are concerned about absorption issues and prefer topical treatments to avoid systemic side effects, especially while using anabolic steroids.

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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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