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Other antiandrogens

J B Schmidt1

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Vienna Medical School, Austria.

Dermatology (Basel, Switzerland)
|April 29, 1998
PubMed
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Spironolactone effectively treats acne and hirsutism by acting as an antiandrogen. New evidence suggests isotretinoin also possesses antiandrogenic properties, potentially expanding the definition of antiandrogen therapy.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Endocrinology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Acne treatment options include steroidal and nonsteroidal antiandrogens.
  • Spironolactone is an effective antiandrogen for acne and hirsutism, though dose-dependent side effects are common.
  • Cimetidine and ketoconazole have weak antiandrogenic effects and are rarely used for acne.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the antiandrogenic properties of various substances used in acne treatment.
  • To evaluate the efficacy and side effect profiles of spironolactone in acne and hirsutism.
  • To discuss the emerging evidence for isotretinoin's antiandrogenic effects and their implications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of antiandrogenic substances for acne treatment.
  • Analysis of clinical data on spironolactone's efficacy and side effects.

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  • Examination of studies investigating isotretinoin's mechanism of action.

    • Main Results:

    • Spironolactone demonstrates significant efficacy in treating acne and hirsutism.
    • Isotretinoin shows increasing evidence of possessing antiandrogenic properties.
    • The definition of antiandrogens may need to encompass 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors.

    Conclusions:

    • Spironolactone is a valuable antiandrogen for acne and hirsutism, with careful dose management.
    • Isotretinoin's antiandrogenic effects warrant further investigation for acne therapy.
    • 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors could play a more significant role in future antiandrogenicity treatments.