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Glossary11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1

enzyme converting inactive cortisone to active cortisol

11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Type 1 (11β-HSD1) is an enzyme that converts inactive cortisone into active cortisol, a hormone involved in stress response, metabolism, and immune function. This enzyme is found in various tissues, including the liver and adipose tissue, and plays a role in conditions like obesity, diabetes, and potentially hair loss due to its influence on local cortisol levels.

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Characterization of Minoxidil/Hydroxypropyl-β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Aqueous Alginate Gel Useful for Alopecia Management: Efficacy Evaluation in Male Rats

research Characterization of Minoxidil/Hydroxypropyl-β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Aqueous Alginate Gel Useful for Alopecia Management: Efficacy Evaluation in Male Rats

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