Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.
The conversation discusses using CB0301/Clascoterone as a potential treatment for hair loss, especially for those experiencing side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. The user currently uses oral minoxidil and considers combining it with other treatments like kx826, DHT blocker supplements, and 2% Nizoral shampoo.
A new hair loss treatment, PP405, is moving from phase 2A to 2B in clinical trials, sparking discussions about its potential to regrow dormant hairs and its impact on existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users express skepticism, while others are hopeful about its future effectiveness.
The conversation is about the release timeline for clinical trial results and the availability of Breezula, a hair loss treatment. The user is not comfortable buying it as a research drug from China.
The conversation discusses concerns about a new rule affecting orders of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Users are worried about the impact on their ability to obtain these products.
Kintor Pharmaceutical's stock rise suggests potential positive news about Pyrilutamide, a topical anti-androgen. GT20029 may also compete with existing treatments like finasteride and dutasteride.
A 28 year old using a hair loss prevention protocol to restore thinning hair, which includes finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, alopecin, nizoral shampoo and microneedling; the user is now adding pyrilutamide solution to the regimen with the hope of improving their results. RU58841 was also ordered but not yet used.
The conversation is about using valproic acid, an anti-seizure medication, as a topical treatment to promote hair growth. The original poster is seeking personal experiences from those who have tried this method.
Comparing two upcoming topical hair loss treatments, Fluridil and Breezula, to determine which is most effective for treating hair loss, taking into consideration factors such as price, side effects, potential for hair growth, convenience of application, smell, greasiness, and styling after use.
Saw palmetto can help reduce DHT levels and may work in combination with other supplements like beta sitosterol and pygume, but it's less effective than finasteride. Additional treatments like pumpkin seed extract, zinc, biotin, essential oils, scalp massages, and micro-needling can support hair health, but should not replace existing treatments like finasteride.
The conversation is about the effectiveness of Breezula for hair loss, with skepticism expressed due to lack of scientific proof and mixed results from those using Breezula and RU58841. Some are waiting for clinical trial results before trying treatments like Breezula and SM04554.
Kintor apologized for using misleading images in their advertisements and promised stricter review processes. They are also considering developing a topical dutasteride formulation.
The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.
Veradermics' oral minoxidil shows promise for hair regrowth, with some users reporting significant improvements, while Pelage's PP405 results are less convincing and lack transparency. There is skepticism about both treatments' long-term effectiveness and potential side effects.
Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on Breezula, with mentions of Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and PP405. Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some trials showing minimal regrowth.
The safety of combining alfatradiol and fluridil with finasteride as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which is approved in the European Union. Other treatments such as minoxidil and RU58841 were also discussed.
Belgium disagrees with the EMA and does not authorize the 1 mg oral form of finasteride for androgenic alopecia, citing a negative benefit-risk ratio. Despite this, some individuals in Belgium can still obtain finasteride through prescriptions, and there is debate over its mental health risks versus its benefits for hair loss and other health issues.
The drugs RU-58841, Pyrilutamide (KX-826), Apalutamide, Enzalutamide, and Darolutamide, which are nonsteroidal antiandrogens (NSAA), potentially impacting male fertility. Pyrilutamide, similar to Enzalutamide, may have reversible effects on fertility.
The conversation is about using pyrilutamide and RU58841 as topical solutions to prevent hair loss. Pyrilutamide is considered safer but less potent than RU58841, which some users find effective despite potential side effects like heart palpitations.
The user is considering adding a topical treatment to their current regimen of finasteride and oral minoxidil to protect their temple area, with options like piro, RU58841, or topical finasteride or dutasteride. They are advised against overcomplicating their treatment, but another user suggests a topical with 8% minoxidil/dutasteride for better results.
A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.
PP405 is a new drug in Phase 2 trials for hair loss, generating cautious optimism among users. Some users are currently using finasteride and experiencing side effects, while others are skeptical about unapproved products being sold.
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.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically progesterone therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, and the use of dutasteride and finasteride. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some users advocating for acceptance of balding if treatments are not suitable.
Hair loss treatments like Breezula and PP405 are delayed, with approvals taking years, while existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride remain popular. New treatments like Clascoterone and Veradermics are in trials, but high costs and lengthy approval processes slow their release.
Topical androgen receptor antagonists may not be necessary if 5-AR inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride effectively reduce DHT levels. Combining a 5-AR inhibitor with a topical androgen antagonist could potentially enhance treatment, but oral use of androgen antagonists is too risky due to severe side effects.
Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.
The conversation concludes that over-the-counter DHT blockers, like Saw Palmetto, are largely ineffective for hair loss. Finasteride and Minoxidil are recommended as more effective treatments.