Search

for
Search:

GlossaryOncology Drugs

pharmaceuticals used to treat cancer by targeting malignant cells

Oncology drugs, also known as cancer medications or anticancer drugs, are pharmaceutical agents used to treat cancer by inhibiting the growth and spread of malignant cells. These drugs can include chemotherapy agents, targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and hormone therapies, each working through different mechanisms to attack cancer cells while aiming to minimize damage to normal cells.

Related Terms

Sort by

Community Join

30 / 1000+ results

community Anyone else just waiting until the real pyrilutamide and then GT20029?

in Chat 5 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal side effects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hair loss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hair loss progresses in the meantime.

community Han Bio claims success at Hair Multiplication

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 5 years ago

Han Bio claims success in hair multiplication using dermal papilla cells. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Derm prescribed ketoconazole 2% shampoo, claiming my case “is not bad enough yet” for fin. Second opinion?

in Treatment 85 upvotes 2 years ago

A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.

community Stopping finasteride for chemo

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 108 upvotes 1 year ago

A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.

community All Drugs in Clinical Trials in 2023

in Research/Science 71 upvotes 3 years ago

12 companies having drugs or therapies in clinical trials during 2023, with various molecules and phases of trial; the probability that some may fail; and progress being made in the field.

community OND-1 "Cyclosporine A” New hair loss treatment

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 2 months ago

Orient Bio is developing a PLGA formulated version of Cyclosporine A to stimulate hair growth without its immunosuppressant effects. Users discuss various treatments like Clascoterone, PP405, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, expressing hope for new developments and sharing personal experiences with these treatments.

community Is there any new drug that looks promising ?

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hair loss.

community Even if the new drugs succeed, how are we gonna apply so many topicals?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 month ago

New hair loss treatments like GT20029, Clascoterone, and PP405 are being discussed, with concerns about how to apply multiple topicals alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include creating a routine, mixing treatments, or minimizing redundancy in treatment stacks.

community What are some promising/revolutionizing treatments that are in the pipeline/currently available?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including pyrilutamide, RU58841, topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and oral finasteride/dutasteride. It also mentions potential treatments like PP405, Verteporfin, GT20029, and AMP303.

community Status update on upcoming treatments

in Treatment 51 upvotes 1 year ago

Current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are considered the best for hair loss, while new treatments such as GT20029, PP405, and others are in various trial phases with results expected in the coming years. There is cautious optimism about the affordability and effectiveness of these upcoming treatments.

community Future hope ? What do you guys predict ? clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029 etc.

in Treatment 15 upvotes 4 years ago

User tried oral finasteride, topical finasteride, topical dutasteride, and RU58841 but experienced side effects. They discuss upcoming treatments like clascoterone, pyrilutamide, gt20029, and KY19382 as potential options.

community 2022 shows much promise so far! No cure in sight, but interesting developments :)

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like GT20029, pyrilutamide, and Follica show promise in 2022. Phase 1 and 2 trials are underway, and new hair growth studies have been published.

community Kintor develop GT20026 Anti-Androgen receptor drug with NO SIDES

in Treatment 18 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses GT20029, a new topical drug for hair loss and acne without notable side effects, which has been accepted for investigational use in China. Some users express skepticism about the legitimacy of the company and the potential for other drugs like RU58841 to be developed due to patent expiration and lack of profitability.

community GT20029 - Promising phase II results

in Research/Science 15 upvotes 2 years ago

GT20029 showed significant hair growth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.

community Cure/better treatment options in the future

in Chat 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about future hair loss treatments. Current treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with potential future treatments like GT20029, TDM-105795, JW0061, and follicle cloning.

community Updates about KX-826 & GT20029

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses potential advancements in two hair loss drugs, KX-826 and GT20029, and the interest in whether transitioning from oral finasteride to these drugs would maintain hair growth. One reply expresses skepticism about the compounds' representation.

community Research suggests that drugs rapamycin and metformin have hair regeneration properties

4 upvotes 8 years ago

Rapamycin and metformin may have hair regeneration properties. Specific treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community (Serious) Updates and discussion, new treatments in development

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.

community Anyone immediately lose hope for gt20029 when they realised it’s developed by kintor

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, alfatrodial, and nizoral, with a focus on the potential of new treatments like gt20029 and breezula. There is optimism about novel treatments that don't have systemic effects, although skepticism remains about the effectiveness of some new drugs.

community What to look Forward to in 2025

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments are advancing, with Coegin Pharma's FOL005 expected this year and Breezula potentially later. Pyrilutamide is available but not very effective, while Kintor's products face skepticism; traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain dominant.

community September 2021 update from Dr. Kang-Yell Choi [Korean "cure"]

in Research/Science 30 upvotes 4 years ago

Dr. Kang-Yell Choi's company, CK Regeon, is developing a drug called KY19382 for hair regeneration, which involves creating fine wounds to activate stem cells. The drug is in the formulation development stage, targeting markets like the US and Korea.

community Lilly to seek first approval of an autoimmune drug for hair loss

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 5 years ago

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.

community Why does this industry still revolve around 5-AR inhibitors?

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments still rely heavily on minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, with little innovation. Future treatments like stem cell therapy and RNA technology show promise but are not yet available.

community Anagenic is trying to compound Gt20029

in Treatment 56 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses concerns that Anagenic's version of GT20029 might not be as effective or safe as Kintor's, with comparisons to issues faced by pyrilutamide. The chemical structure of the drug has been published.

community Do we have to be junkies? That's funny

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.

community Article of all potential future cures

in Treatment 25 upvotes 1 year ago

Ritlecitinib and PP405 show promise for hair regrowth. Diagnosing the cause of hair loss is crucial before treatment.

community Thoughts and Opinions on upcoming hairloss treatments?

in Chat 10 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about optimism for new hair loss treatments like Stemson's bioengineering, osteopotin, SCUBE3, GT20029, and Verteprofin, and inquires about other notable treatments.

community Setipiprant study updated on ClinicalTrials - anticipated May 9th completion

18 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Setipiprant, finasteride, and bimatoprost. Setipiprant is suggested for maintenance, while bimatoprost is for regrowth, and combining them with dermarolling is recommended for better results.

community Progress on once daily topical Finasteride, Pyrilutamide and WAY-316606

in Update 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses progress with a hair loss treatment regimen that includes once daily topical Finasteride, Pyrilutamide, and WAY-316606. Specific treatments for hair loss are being shared and discussed.

community Update July 2025] Most Promising Hair Loss Treatments in Clinical Trials

in Research/Science 267 upvotes 11 months ago

Promising hair loss treatments in clinical trials include Pyrilutamide, GT20029, CB-03-01, and PP405, with potential market releases between 2027 and 2029. Hair cloning remains experimental and expensive, while existing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling continue to be used.