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research Study of Drug Target Identification and Associated Molecular Mechanisms for the Therapeutic Activity and Hair Follicle Induction of Two Ashwagandha Extracts Having Differential Withanolide Constitutions
One Ashwagandha extract may help protect cells with its antioxidant properties, while another could promote hair growth.
research A Review on Change in Chemical, Morphological, and Therapeutic Activity of Honey
Honey has many health benefits and is good for you.
research Preclinical Pharmacology, Antitumor Activity, and Development of Pharmacodynamic Markers for the Novel, Potent AKT Inhibitor CCT128930
CCT128930 is a promising new drug that effectively targets and inhibits a cancer-related protein, showing potential for cancer treatment.
research Urtica Dioica Extract Downregulates the Gene Expression of 5α-Reductase Type II in HaCaT Cells: Possible Implications Against Androgenic Skin Diseases
Urtica dioica extract may help treat androgenic skin diseases by reducing a specific gene's activity.
research Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
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5 / 129 resultscommunity A New Therapeutic Channel to Come Soon: Hair Follicle Sugar Metabolism and Aldose Reductase
Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.
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 Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.
Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.
community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress
NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Finasteride vs Dutasteride, some helpfully info I put together as a physician
The conversation discusses the pros and cons of dutasteride for male pattern baldness, with a focus on its long half-life. The user, a physician, also mentions that switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause temporary hair loss until dutasteride reaches effective levels or accelerates the hair cycle.