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      community PRP ( PLATELET-RICH-PlASMA) for hair loss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experiencing hair loss post-Covid is considering PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy. He's seeking personal experiences about the process, particularly regarding pain levels, despite his dermatologist's assurance of using local anesthesia.

      community Why is there no feedback on pge2/setipiprant?

      in Question  5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation questions the lack of feedback on the effectiveness of PGE2 and setipiprant for hair loss, despite their availability. The user is puzzled by the absence of reviews or results, whether positive or negative.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  450 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  59 upvotes 4 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Thinking about adding PRP - any real downsides?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamping, and Nizoral for hair loss with initial success but is considering adding PRP due to slowed progress. Concerns about PRP include potential ineffectiveness and whether it could harm existing hair growth or interfere with current treatments.

      community Allergan recruiting for Setipiprant trial in the US

       12 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses a clinical trial for Setipiprant in the US, starting June 29th, with eligibility excluding recent users of minoxidil or finasteride. It encourages informed decision-making before signing up.
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      community PP405 Identity Research

      in Research  292 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.

      community Thinking about signing up for the setipiprant clinical trials

       5 upvotes 9 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 can someone tell me if prp is effective for you

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      21-year-old female experiencing hair loss and visible scalp seeks advice on PRP effectiveness. Currently taking spironolactone and krimson for high androgens, unsure if PRP can be done with these medications.

      community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

      in Transplants  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

      community 0.25 alfatradiol or 0.5 Pyrulitamide ?

      in Product  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about choosing an anti-androgen for hair loss treatment, with options being alfatradiol and pyrilutamide. Alfatradiol is considered a better choice due to its established use, while pyrilutamide is more experimental.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community My progress last 4 months min 10% /prp/Fotona laser

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a serum with Minoxidil 10%, Progesterone, Azelaic acid, Retinoic acid, Latanoprost, and Hydrocortisone, along with PRP and Fotona laser treatments. They are pleased with the results and plan to continue with more PRP and laser sessions, without using Finasteride.

      community (27M) Seems like first PRP session just worsen my hair...

      in Progress Pictures 6 months ago
      A user experienced worsened hair condition after a PRP session and is considering stopping further sessions. They are using a Dermapen, electric massage, iron, saw palmetto, and plan to start minoxidil, but have had side effects with finasteride and are advised to consider dutasteride under medical supervision.

      community Kintor pyrilutamide presentation?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about whether the phase 2 results for pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, were presented at a dermatology convention and inquiries about the completion of phase 3 trials. Specific treatments mentioned include pyrilutamide.

      community Any point in microneedling with RU?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      Microneedling with RU58841 may not be necessary since RU works topically by occupying receptors before DHT binds. RU58841 is a topical anti-androgen.

      community Why can't you drink caffeine after PRP?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.