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单词 finasteride
释义

finasteride

noun

fi·​nas·​te·​ride fə-ˈna-stə-ˌrīd How to pronounce finasteride (audio)
: a nitrogenous steroid derivative C23H36N2O2 that is used especially to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and to increase hair growth in male-pattern baldness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Finally, finasteride reduces the PSA level by about half. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 30 Mar. 2022 Taking 5 milligrams a day of oral finasteride was second in effectiveness, the study found. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 2 Feb. 2022 Still, the oral finasteride is the current gold standard in terms of significantly slowing hair recession, while aiding minoxidil in restoring fuller, stronger hair around the crown. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2022 However, some practitioners will add prescription medications to the plan, too, such as finasteride, minoxidil, or spironolactone. Rachel King, Fortune, 19 Feb. 2022 Two pharmacological solutions often associated with hair retention are minoxidil and finasteride. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2022 However, the medications I have been given for it (Lasix, spironolactone, carvedilol) from my cardiologist and finasteride for prostate issues have totally ruined my glucose numbers. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 14 Jan. 2022 In this case, using shampoos that contain ingredients that block DHT, such as finasteride, can help with combating hair loss. Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2021 For now, minoxidil (Rogaine) and androgen blockers like finasteride (Propecia) provide some benefit. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 23 Sep. 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

fina- (of unknown origin) + testosterone + amide

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

finasteride

noun

fi·​nas·​te·​ride fə-ˈnas-tə-ˌrīd How to pronounce finasteride (audio)
: a nitrogenous steroid derivative C23H36N2O2 that is used especially to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia and to increase hair growth in male-pattern baldness and that acts by inhibiting the enzymatic conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone see propecia, proscar
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