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      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       23 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community Spiro for AGA in Europe

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      Treatment options for female alopecia androgenetica, discussing the availability of spironolactone online in The Netherlands and other potential treatments like finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841.

      community When do we hear about Pelage February 2025 study results?

      in Technology  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      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.

      community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

      in Female  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

      community What happened to Pyrilutamide?

      in Technology  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide's 0.5% solution showed minimal improvement, while the 1% solution appears more promising but costly. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil and considering adding Pyrilutamide if effective and affordable.

      community From finasteride to Serenoa repens

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced anxiety and side effects from topical finasteride and is considering switching to saw palmetto. Another user reported no improvement with saw palmetto and experienced liver issues.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

      community Opinion on the recent clascoterone breakthrough?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone has shown promising results in increasing hair density without systemic side effects, potentially offering benefits similar to finasteride. There is skepticism due to the lack of published photos despite the market interest.

      community Earliest we can get legitimate pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  48 upvotes 3 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a drug in phase 3 trials in China, potentially becoming available in late 2023 or early 2024; Finasteride being used as a current treatment for hair loss; and the possibility of joining a group buy for black market versions of Pyrilutamide.

      community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

      community ecklonia cava?

      in Question  5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      in Research/Science 5 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

      community 2nd day on pyrilutamide - what I noticed so far

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user started using a hair loss treatment called pyrilutamide and experienced mild chest discomfort and tightness, similar to previous side effects from RU58841. They plan to reduce the dosage due to these side effects and will provide an update on the results in 1-2 months.

      community What are the alternatives to spironolactone for AGA?

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced side effects from spironolactone and is seeking alternatives for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), considering saw palmetto but unsure of its effectiveness. They are also exploring the possibility of using topical spironolactone, despite availability challenges.

      community Breezula by Cassiopea has had a successful Phase II. Apparenlty Phase III trials to start at the end of year. When are we potentially going to be able to get our hands on it?

      in Question  13 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the hair loss treatment Breezula by Cassiopea, which had a successful Phase II trial and is expected to start Phase III by the end of the year. Users are curious about the timeline for availability and note that it performs slightly better than finasteride at 6 months, slightly worse at 12 months, with the benefit of having no side effects.

      community Received Kintor’s KX-826 Today

      in Product  84 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user received Kintor’s KX-826/Pyrilutamide and shared initial impressions, noting concerns about the product's labeling and marketing. Other users discussed the legitimacy of the product, its effectiveness, and compared it to other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community Lavdik Hair Growth Serum?

      in Product 5 years ago
      A user is concerned about the legitimacy of a hair growth serum called Lavdik, which they ordered after seeing an ad for Jemros. The product contains ginger extract, ginseng extract, fleece flower root, grape seed oil, glycerol, carbomer, propylene glycol, and rosemary oil, and the user is unsure if it is effective or a scam.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Alopecia Areata Question

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.