Does the HMI-115 actually have potential or is it another false hope? Chat 2/11/2023
Hair loss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
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5 / 175 resultscommunity HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community does lowering your prolactin levels regrow hair?
The potential of lowering prolactin levels to regrow hair, with a reference to Bayer's drug HMI 115 which has been indicated as having this effect. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as RU58841.
community HMI-115 when will it be available
The potential availability of a new hair loss treatment called HMI-115, which has shown promising results in experiments on monkeys but is not yet available to the public. Replies cautioned against using unproven substances from shady labs.
community On the topic of HMI-115 and prolactin: has anyone tried adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to their topical solutions?
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to topical hair loss treatments like RU58841, finasteride, or minoxidil. The user suggests that Vitamin B6 might enhance these treatments by naturally lowering scalp prolactin.
community What do we actually know about HMI-115?
The post and conversation are about HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss. The conclusion is that HMI-115 is not a 5ar-inhibitor and is instead a prolactin receptor inhibitor. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness and believe that baldness will still be a problem in the future.
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