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      community Finasteride alternative close to fda approval in the US

      in Research/Science  57 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Breezula, a topical treatment, is anticipated to be available in the US by mid-2027 as a potential alternative to finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. There is ongoing debate about its effectiveness and some users report similar side effects to finasteride.

      community New treatment? Minox + Bimatoprost

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discussed a new hair loss treatment combining 5% Minoxidil with Bimatoprost 0.3mg/ml, applied once daily. They referenced a study suggesting Bimatoprost may be more effective than Minoxidil.

      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.

      community Binding affinity of pyrilutamide!

      in Update  168 upvotes 4 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.

      community Where do you buy your Verteporfin?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on treating a chin scar with Verteporfin, noting that higher doses were more effective. Another user responds that they do not use it, without providing further explanation.

      community Bimatoprost (Latisse)?

       4 upvotes 12 years ago
      Bimatoprost (Latisse) may help with hair thinning but is expensive and less effective than minoxidil or finasteride. Combining treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly RU58841 could be more effective for hair loss.

      community BREEZULA COVID UPDATE: Filing for Special Protocol Assessment with FDA

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.

      community 5mg KX 826 Worked. Will 2.5mg Hold?

      in Technology  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Reducing the dose of Pyrilutamide from 5mg to 2.5mg may still maintain hair loss results, but effectiveness can vary. Users discuss the cost and dosage implications, with some cautioning against reducing the dose due to its dose-dependent nature.

      community Clascoterone powder already available?

      in Product  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone powder is now available, but it's expensive and not widely discussed due to past ineffective results at higher concentrations. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and are seeking reliable sources.

      community Are we still getting the PP405 phase 2a results by the end of March?

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 3 months ago
      People are discussing the anticipated release of PP405 phase 2a results, expected by the end of March, with some skepticism about its effectiveness. There is cautious optimism due to past experiences with similar treatments like Breezula, despite concerns about the lack of presentation at the AAD 2026 conference.

      community pyrilutamide solution progress log

      in Product  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      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.

      community Pyrilutamide or RU or cb-03-01?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment. The user is considering adding a topical treatment and has not experienced side effects from current treatments.

      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community SUBE3 for sale in the gray market?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      SCUBE3 is available online but poses risks like tumor promotion and high costs. Users advise against using it due to health concerns and inefficacy as a standalone treatment.

      community Topical finasteride carrier/vehicle

      in Finasteride  135 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering making a homemade topical finasteride solution using an ethanol-based carrier. They are inquiring if a solution containing partially denatured ethyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride is suitable.

      community What happened to Pyrilutamide?

      in Technology  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide's 0.5% solution showed minimal improvement, while the 1% solution appears more promising but costly. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil and considering adding Pyrilutamide if effective and affordable.

      community Will Breezula simply be an overhyped flop?

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 5 months ago
      Breezula is seen as potentially overhyped, with concerns about its cost, effectiveness, and long-term benefits compared to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Some users believe it could complement existing treatments, while others are skeptical about its impact and prefer waiting for newer options like GT20029 and PP405.

      community Setipiprant/PGE2 feedbacks?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using PGE2 as a hair growth stimulant, comparing it to minoxidil, and considering the addition of Setipiprant. Concerns about side effects like skin damage and cost are also mentioned.