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150-180 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hot Take: Betting on PP405 can backfire
PP405 is seen as promising but uncertain, with users advised to continue using existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns include its cost, availability, and interaction with hair transplants, while some hope it could complement current treatments.
community PP405 - hair stem cell stimulation
PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.
community PP405 Identity Research
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 Setipiprant/PGE2 feedbacks?
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.
community PTD-DBM Update: Q&A With Dr. Kang-Yell Choi
PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.
community I wrote a poem about pp405 (potential treatment)
A poem humorously suggests hope for a new hair loss treatment, PP405, while users debate the effectiveness and side effects of current treatments like Finasteride. Concerns are raised about Finasteride's side effects, especially for young users, and skepticism about new treatments is expressed.
community What are the effects on 5mg Finasteride?
The user was prescribed 5mg Finasteride and later switched to 1mg for hair loss, also using topical Minoxidil. They are concerned about potential lasting side effects from the initial 5mg dosage.
community Pelage are going to do two phase 3 trials for PP405. How long will it take to complete two phase 3 trials?
Pelage plans to conduct two Phase 3 trials for PP405, a new hair loss treatment, which may take about a year to complete. Users discuss various hair loss treatments, including pyrilutamide, minoxidil, finasteride, and clascoterone, with some expressing impatience over the lengthy trial process compared to faster drug approvals like the COVID vaccine.
community 5 months oral 1.2mg Fin, 3mg Min. Switching to Dut. 39M
The user has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for five months with some progress and plans to switch to dutasteride, while also considering a hair transplant for better coverage. Suggestions include adding microneedling, Nizoral shampoo, and possibly using both oral and topical treatments for improved results.
community 5 Years on Finasteride - progress and results
The user has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 5 years, which stopped diffuse thinning but did not improve the hairline. They are considering a hair transplant and possibly starting dutasteride.
community Veradermics VDPHL01: why isn’t anyone talking about it?
Veradermics' new hair loss treatment, VDPHL01, is likely a modified release oral minoxidil, which has received $75 million in funding for clinical trials. Despite skepticism about investing in a known treatment, some believe it could offer improved efficacy and reduced side effects.
community Pelage Pharmaceuticals Announces Positive Phase 2a Clinical Trial Results for PP405 in Regenerative Hair Loss Therapy
Pelage Pharmaceuticals announced positive Phase 2a trial results for PP405 in hair loss therapy. The conversation discusses the delay in publishing full results and the need for further trials and approvals.
community Short Term Fin awaiting advances in medical technology.
The user's consideration of taking finasteride as a short-term treatment, while awaiting advances in medical technology such as Pyrilutamide and GT20029; other users' experiences with Finasteride, including potential side effects.
community On the topic of HMI-115 and prolactin: has anyone tried adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to their topical solutions?
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of adding Vitamin B6 (P-5-P) to topical hair loss treatments like RU58841, finasteride, or minoxidil. The user suggests that Vitamin B6 might enhance these treatments by naturally lowering scalp prolactin.
community Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 listed on Time Magazine's List of Best Inventions of 2025
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.
community The PP405 news are the best news we've had in the last 20 or more years.
PP405 significantly improves hair density, outperforming finasteride, with 31% of users seeing over 20% improvement in four weeks. Concerns exist about its availability, cost, and long-term effects.
community The story of RU58841/PSK3841
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 Finasteride - discomfort pelvir/urethra
Finasteride can cause pelvic or urethral discomfort for some users. Reducing the dose to 0.25 mg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays is being considered as a potential solution.
community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.
A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.
community October 2025 $120M funding round for PP405 — hype justified or too early to celebrate?
Pelage secured $120 million for PP405, a non-hormonal topical hair loss treatment, sparking debate on its potential as a breakthrough. Concerns about finasteride's side effects persist, with some suggesting alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride.
community A Technical Question About Pyrilutamide
Pyrilutamide is believed to be more effective than RU58841 and 1 mg finasteride in treating hair loss, with no systemic hormonal effects and the potential to block more than 31% of scalp DHT. It may also antagonize scalp testosterone due to its action as an androgen receptor antagonist.
community to my gymbros on dute, any alternatives for creatine?
community Veradermics VDPHL01 Topline Results for Extended-Release Oral Minoxidil
Extended-release oral minoxidil (VDPHL01) shows promising results for hair growth with improved safety, achieving significant hair count increases and minimal side effects compared to placebo. The treatment is designed to maintain effective concentrations while reducing side effects, making it a safer option for those who cannot tolerate standard minoxidil.
community Do these two supplements inhibit 5alpha-reductase?
Pumpkin Seed Oil and Perilla Oil (with alpha-lipoic acid, linoleic acid, and oleic acid) are discussed as potential 5alpha-reductase inhibitors. The conversation focuses on their effectiveness for hair loss treatment.
community Why is everyone still arguing about PP405 when clascoterone is already heading toward regulatory submission?
community Why was fluridil abandoned and never made past phase 2?
Fluridil was abandoned due to its weak effectiveness and low binding affinity to the androgen receptor, making it less competitive against DHT and testosterone. Users discuss its limited results compared to other treatments like pyrilutamide and RU58841.
community Can we all agree that PP405 is now 4 years away
PP405 is expected to be available in 2028, with ongoing discussions about its timeline and potential effectiveness. Current treatments mentioned include sublingual Minoxidil and Vederamicd, with some users experiencing side effects from oral Minoxidil.
community Before and after PP405 from phase 2a after applying it for just 4 weeks
PP405 shows some hair growth after 4 weeks, but results are debated and expectations should be tempered. Some users compare it to minoxidil or finasteride, questioning its effectiveness and commercialization timeline.
community Does pyrilutamide degrade to an inactive form if it goes systemic like fluridil
Pyrilutamide's systemic degradation is unclear, unlike fluridil, which becomes inactive in the body. The discussion focuses on whether pyrilutamide shares this property.