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Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/Arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/Aryl) Alkyl/Arylamido]-4-Methyl-4-Aza-5α-Androstan-3-Ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear

research Activity of 17β-(N-Alkyl/arylformamido) and 17β-[(N-Alkyl/aryl) alkyl/arylamido]-4-methyl-4-aza-5α-androstan-3-ones as 5α-Reductase Inhibitors in the Hamster Flank Organ and Ear11The research has been supported by Endorecherche that is seeking patent protection for the new compounds. F. Labrie is President of Endorecherche.

10 citations , August 1998 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study observed that the compound EM-402 reduced 5α-reductase activity and sebaceous gland size in the flank organs and ears of hamsters, indicating potent localized anti-androgenic effects without systemic action.

Selective Induction of Apoptosis in the Hamster Flank Sebaceous Gland Organ by a Topical Liposome 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor: A Treatment Strategy for Acne

research Selective induction of apoptosis in the hamster flank sebaceous gland organ by a topical liposome 5-α-reductase inhibitor: A treatment strategy for acne

8 citations , February 2010 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This study observed that a topical liposome formulation of a 5‐α‐reductase inhibitor effectively reduced the size of treated sebaceous glands and induced apoptosis in a hamster model, suggesting potential benefits for acne treatment.

research Frontal fibrosing alopecia: efficacy of treatment modalities

14 citations , April 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Health”

This review highlights current treatment options for frontal fibrosing alopecia, noting that 5-α-reductase inhibitors, intralesional steroids, and hydroxychloroquine have the highest evidence of effectiveness, while other therapies show variable results and need further research.

Post-Finasteride Syndrome and Erectile Dysfunction: Case Report and Literature Review

research Síndrome postfinasterida y disfunción eréctil. Caso clínico y revisión de la literatura

March 2023 in “Revista Chilena de Urología”

This review discusses post-finasteride syndrome, highlighting occasional adverse sexual and systemic effects in men and women, but reports no new research findings while emphasizing the need for better education about the drug's risks.

research DUTASTERIDE AS AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT IN ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA – A LITERATURE REVIEW

September 2025 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science”

This review found that dutasteride is more effective than finasteride in increasing hair count and shaft thickness for androgenetic alopecia in men, with potential for reduced systemic side effects through mesotherapy, although further research is needed on long-term safety and dosage.

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community Targeted Follicular Finasteride Delivery: A Low-Systemic Strategy

15 upvotes 5 months ago

A peptide-based delivery system for finasteride shows promise in reducing systemic side effects while maintaining hair growth effectiveness. Combining this with other treatments like minoxidil and RU58841 could enhance results with lower systemic absorption.

community How come topical finasteride even works at all?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 10 months ago

Topical finasteride can effectively reduce scalp DHT by targeting local enzymes, despite less systemic impact compared to oral forms. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride and minoxidil may enhance hair loss prevention, though evidence of its effectiveness is limited.

community What if DHT is not the vilan.

13 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss may be influenced more by inflammation, microbiome imbalances, and gut health than DHT. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, fecal microbiota transplants, and JAK inhibitors.

community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 11 months ago

Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal side effects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.

community Finasteride - impact on Neurosteroids, which yes, \are important and not a garbage hormone

in Research/Science 163 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may affect neurosteroids, impacting mood and sexual function, with varied user experiences. Some report side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction, while others find it effective for hair retention or prefer alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments.

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learn Fluridil

a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement

How is Fluridil different from other DHT blockers like finasteride? Fluridil is a topical androgen-receptor blocker applied to the scalp, while finasteride is an oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT throughout the body. Finasteride is FDA-approved and far better studied; Fluridil rests on one 43-man trial and is not licensed as a hair-loss medicine, so its long-term safety and effect size are unknown.

learn Pyrilutamide

highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects

learn RU58841

a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen

learn Minoxidil

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

learn Cyproterone

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

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