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    medication used to treat malaria and autoimmune diseases

    Chloroquine is a medication primarily used to prevent and treat malaria, a disease caused by parasites transmitted through mosquito bites. It has also been used to treat autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus due to its anti-inflammatory properties. In recent years, it gained attention for its potential use in treating COVID-19, although its efficacy for this purpose remains controversial.

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      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 month ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.

      community Clascoterone ph3 results ready

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution showed a 539% improvement in hair count compared to placebo, but the actual increase in hair growth is minimal. Users express skepticism about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments.