On the topic of HMI-115 and prolactin: has anyone tried adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to their topical solutions? Research/Science 9/14/2023
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.
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5 / 175 resultscommunity Put P5P in my shampoo, reduced itch a lot!
The user added P5P (vitamin B6) to their shampoo to reduce scalp itch, which improved significantly. They have been using finasteride for hair loss but are exploring additional treatments like topical antiandrogens and prolactin inhibitors.
community If inhibiting DHT can cause Prolactin to increase then is the opposite also true?
The conversation discusses using P5P (Vitamin B6) supplements to reduce elevated Prolactin levels and concerns about its potential effect on increasing DHT levels. The user is not currently using finasteride or any anti-androgens.
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.
community Does the HMI-115 actually have potential or is it another false hope?
Hair loss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
community 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.
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