User discusses hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and dutasteride. Many users praise the progress and ask about the treatments' effectiveness and side effects.
The user is sharing their experience with using 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and hair dye for 45 days. Another user encourages them to continue as it is still too early to see significant improvement.
PP405 is being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, possibly more effective than minoxidil. There are concerns about its effectiveness and product contamination, but some users report early signs of hair regrowth.
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment, but its safety and effectiveness are uncertain. Users advise caution and suggest waiting for more data before purchasing unverified versions.
Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.
User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hair loss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.
The conversation is about evaluating the ingredients in Davines VOLU shampoo for potential red flags. The user is concerned about which ingredients to avoid despite the shampoo being sulfate-free.
Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.
There is no new information on pp405, with data collection expected to finish by the end of 2025. Users are discussing the timeline for data analysis and completion of Pelage Pharmaceuticals' phase 2 study.
The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.
PP405 is considered a potential new treatment for hair loss, compared to finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about its effectiveness in humans, with anticipation for more information from an upcoming conference.
User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.
User discusses hair loss treatments, including fluridil, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, stemoxydine, ketoconazole, and piroctone olamine. They suggest that shedding healthy terminal hairs may be bad, while shedding weaker hairs could indicate a beneficial treatment effect.
Be cautious when sourcing PP405 or its analogs from third-party suppliers due to potential safety risks and lack of regulatory approval. The conversation highlights concerns about counterfeit products and the absence of reliable testing, making it risky to use such treatments.
The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.
User shares new hair growth stack including oral minox, daily rolling with minox application, niacin, and Dutasteride. Excited about progress and plans to update in two months.
The conversation is about using micro needling and PTD-DBM for hair loss treatment. The user applies PTD-DBM drops on weekdays and performs micro needling weekly.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405, a new hair loss treatment, was recognized by Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2025. The conversation expresses optimism about the recognition of this in-development treatment.
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.
Taurine shows potential in combating hair loss caused by chemical stress, especially when combined with other treatments like finasteride. Finasteride demonstrated better stress-reducing effects in the study.
A user is concerned about hair loss in the temple area despite using Minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months and is curious if PP405 can help. Responses indicate uncertainty about PP405's effectiveness, with some optimism about future treatments and AI speeding up drug discovery, but emphasize waiting for clinical trial results.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, microneedling, minoxidil, and PTD-DBM. The user has not noticed significant regrowth and is considering cost-effective options like valproic acid.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and no side effects after 14 months of using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They initially had side effects with finasteride but found success with dutasteride, noticing hair stopped falling out within a few months.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, noting minoxidil's toxicity to cats. It jokes about a lion needing hair restoration, with references to hair transplants in Turkey.
The conversation is about the anticipated results of Pelage's Phase 2a clinical trial for their topical hair loss treatment, PP405. Users speculate on when the results will be available, noting that delays might indicate less successful outcomes.
TDM-105795 showed better efficacy and safety in trials for hair loss, with a higher hair count improvement compared to GT20029 and HMI 115, but it's not as widely discussed. The user is questioning why this is the case.
Hair loss treatments, including PP405, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with hopes for future solutions. Participants discuss the emotional impact of hair loss and consider alternatives like hair transplants or acceptance.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
An 18-year-old experiencing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and various shampoos without success. They are considering anti-androgens like RU58841 and KX-826 for oil control and dandruff reduction.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, experiencing significant hair shedding. They plan to continue this regimen for a year before deciding on any changes.