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      community VDPHL01 works really quickly .. apparently?

      in Research/Science  47 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      VDPHL01 shows faster and stronger hair growth compared to standard minoxidil, with no major side effects reported. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like dutasteride and finasteride for better results, while expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405.

      community Why does MPB only affect the scalp

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.

      community How long are Pelage going to milk the phase 2a results of PP405?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, is facing delays in releasing Phase 2 results, causing frustration among users who compare it to past failed treatments. Despite skepticism, some remain hopeful about PP405's future, while others discuss alternative treatments like Clascoterone and its expected market release.

      community Pelage Recruiting Now for Phase 2

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pelage is recruiting for phase 2 trials, showing promise for treating bald regions. The discussion highlights its potential effectiveness based on its mechanism of action.

      community PP405 - A True Breakthrough or Another Disappointment?

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth, with 31% of advanced balding men experiencing over 20% increase in hair density in 8 weeks. However, skepticism persists due to selective data presentation and lack of long-term results, with comparisons to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Updates on setipiprant, bimatoprost?

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      Setipiprant and bimatoprost are being discussed as potential future treatments for hair loss. Some individuals have started testing setipiprant before FDA approval, but no progress updates are available yet.

      community GFM Gel - High concentration topical gel of Mimicking Growth Factors (GFm), a complex of polypeptides that mimic the action of endogenous growth factors and promote physiological hair regrowth. Helps strengthen the hair bulb and redensify the hair.

      in Product  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using GFM Gel, a topical gel with polypeptides that mimic growth factors to promote hair regrowth and strengthen hair. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes 3 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community New Hair Loss Treatment: Adipose Derived Secretomes

      in Research/Science  17 upvotes 11 months ago
      Adipose-derived stem cell secretome showed significant improvement in hair density and growth, especially when combined with minoxidil, suggesting a synergistic effect. The study had limitations, including a small sample size and potential bias.

      community Extreme regimen and still miniaturized hairs. AGA is just impossible to beat.

      in Insane  30 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's extreme regimen for hair loss, which includes taking oral and topical medications such as minoxidil, dutasteride, cyproterone acetate and bicalutamide, but still experiencing miniaturization. Suggestions were made to try other treatments such as RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, while also considering mental health treatment and advice on lookmaxxing.

      community PP405 Update and My Take on Pelage

      in Research/Science  86 upvotes 5 months ago
      Pelage Pharmaceuticals raised $120M for their hair loss treatment, PP405, showing strong investor confidence despite limited data. There is skepticism about its efficacy and long-term effects compared to treatments like GT20029.

      community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up

      in Update  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.

      community DHEA, the culprit behind DUPA ? Read this!

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      High DHEA levels may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT in hair follicles, potentially explaining why finasteride is ineffective for some. Treatments like high-dose dutasteride and RU58841 are suggested, but the underlying cause, such as adrenal issues, should be investigated.

      community Anyone looking at peptides for hair?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses interest in peptides for hair loss, specifically mentioning ahkCU and ghkCU. A user is considering adding ghkCU to their treatment regimen.

      community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster considering joining a clinical trial for setipiprant after experiencing side effects from finasteride and disinterest in minoxidil. Some users express skepticism about setipiprant's effectiveness, while others encourage participation in the trial for potential benefits.

      community STEM CELL TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS at home

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      User considers trying AAPE for hair restoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.

      community Full extent of pp405 effectiveness

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and future results of the hair loss treatment pp405, with questions about its impact on different hair loss stages and areas. There is anticipation for phase 3 trial results to provide more data, and hope that pp405 could enhance hair transplant outcomes.

      community New cure? A new combo to dream with hair regeneration

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 9 months ago
      A stem cell and adenosine triphosphate cocktail showed promising results in hair regrowth for male and female mice, with potential for future clinical trials. Users humorously reacted to the success in mice, expressing hope for human application.

      community The lowest cyproterone dose to stop mpb

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone acetate at 12.5 mg to manage hair loss, with concerns about its effects on testosterone and potential health issues. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with varying experiences and outcomes.

      community Pelage Announces Positive Results of Phase 2a Trials for PP405

      in Update  299 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in treating severe hair loss, with 31% of users experiencing over 20% hair density increase in four weeks, faster than minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the results' significance and long-term efficacy.