A better treatment would be a localized 5ar inhibitor that breaks down when it enters blood or leaves hair follicle Chat 5/13/2025
The conversation discusses the need for a localized 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that only affects the scalp without systemic side effects, similar to pyrilutamide's approach. Current treatments like topical liposomal finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, but concerns about their systemic effects and lack of research are highlighted.
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