Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Prolactin's role in immune system's antitumor activity raises safety concerns for HMI-115.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and microneedling for treating hair loss. The linked article is seen as an advertisement for these treatments.
Bovine colostrum is being discussed for its potential in hair regeneration, with some users noting that oral consumption may not be effective due to stomach acid destroying exosomes. The conversation also touches on ethical concerns about sourcing colostrum.
Creatine may cause hair shedding and texture changes, with mixed user experiences. Combining creatine with finasteride doesn't always prevent these effects, possibly due to individual DHT sensitivity.
Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.
The user experienced side effects from low-dose topical finasteride and is considering using clascoterone (CB-03-01) despite concerns about its risks and cost. They seek advice on its effectiveness and potential side effects compared to other treatments like alfatradiol and fluridil.
Creatine generally does not affect hair loss, but some report increased shedding due to higher DHT levels. Many manage hair loss with dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.
Kintor announced Phase 3 results for pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment, in China. The conversation is focused on this announcement and its implications for hair loss treatment.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.
Vitamin D deficiency might cause hair loss at the temples. The user has a vitamin D level of 9ng and is experiencing hair loss in that area, resembling a Norwood scale 1 (NW1) pattern.
The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.
User found Annurmets, an Italian supplement with apple extract for hair loss treatment. Many reported incredible results using Procyanidin B2 from apple extract.
A healthy scalp barrier is crucial for hair growth, and ceramides may play a key role in maintaining it. The conversation suggests that focusing on scalp health, alongside treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, could improve hair follicle health.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.
A user is joining a clinical trial for Clascoterone, a drug approved for acne but being tested for hair loss. They previously tried finasteride with limited success and plan to share updates on their experience with the new treatment.
RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.
The user is seeking advice on a hair loss treatment called Ell Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol. Another user shared information from a study stating that Alfatradiol only slows down or stabilizes hair loss, but does not increase hair density or thickness.
The conversation is about a user experiencing accelerated hair loss after starting vitamin D3 supplements, suspecting a link between the supplement and increased DHT levels. The user decides to stop taking the supplements, preferring natural sources of vitamin D.
Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to Health Canada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.
PP405 from Everychem is likely fake and potentially harmful, with concerns about its stability and the risk of using the wrong MPC inhibitor, which could damage hair follicles. The real PP405 was studied under strict conditions, and DIY attempts are discouraged due to unknown formulation and quality control.
Kintor's Phase II U.S. trials for pyrilutamide and the process of pharmaceutical drugs coming to market, with a reply from someone who has just ordered 500mg of Pyrilutamide to start their own phase trials.
A user experiencing significant hair loss found they had a severe vitamin D deficiency and was prescribed 50,000IU vitamin D pills, likely to be taken weekly. They are questioning if the deficiency could be the cause of their hair loss and if correcting it could stop the shedding and improve hair recovery.
Finasteride users have mixed experiences with creatine; some experience increased hair loss, while others do not. Finasteride's DHT-blocking effects might counteract any DHT increase from creatine, but individual responses vary.
ABS-201 shows promise for male hair regrowth by blocking the prolactin receptor, with higher expected efficacy than current treatments. The discussion also covers dosing differences between macaques and humans for hmi115, highlighting a significant dosage disparity.
Ell-Cranell and Eucapil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with Ell-Cranell being a weak estrogen and DHT inhibitor that may reduce hair loss without systemic side effects. Alfatradiol is the active ingredient in these products.
The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.
Alfatradiol is often discussed at a 1% concentration, but studies typically use 0.025%. Some users report success using it as a topical treatment alongside other hair loss treatments like finasteride.
The conversation discusses using NAC and quercetin as supplements for hair loss, with some users also mentioning finasteride. NAC is highlighted for its potential benefits, but concerns about its safety and absorption are also raised.
A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.