Is this sub gonna accept that PP405 is a nothingburger? Or do we wait 5 more years? 7/4/2026
The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405 for hair loss, with users mentioning treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, clascoterone, and upcoming drugs like breezula and long-release oral minoxidil. Some users express hope for future treatments like vdphl01 and amplifica, while others debate the effectiveness and side effects of current options.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Clascoterone/ Breezula will it work
Breezula's effectiveness is uncertain, with some users skeptical about its potential and others noting its recent availability on the grey market. A user reported success with a stack of Dutasteride (oral), Minoxidil (topical), and RU58841 (topical), achieving significant hair improvement after 18 months.
community Can anyone give me a quick 2026 update of the most promising new hair loss drugs to come?
New hair loss treatments like Breezula and a version of Minoxidil for hair regrowth are in advanced trials and may be available in a few years. Clascoterone and other treatments like oral and topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride are also discussed, with some users experiencing side effects from Finasteride.
community Why is everyone still arguing about PP405 when clascoterone is already heading toward regulatory submission?
Clascoterone is nearing regulatory submission as a potential new treatment for androgenetic alopecia, with positive Phase III results, while discussions continue about other treatments like PP405, minoxidil, and finasteride. Some users express excitement for clascoterone and Breezula, despite concerns about the effectiveness and practicality of topical treatments.
community What do we currently know about clascoterone?
Clascoterone is seen as a promising topical treatment for hair loss, similar to finasteride but without side effects, though concerns exist about its long-term effectiveness. Other treatments discussed include topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and oral options like dutasteride and minoxidil.
community Are these new hair loss treatments ever gonna release?
Hair loss treatments like Breezula and PP405 are delayed, with approvals taking years, while existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride remain popular. New treatments like Clascoterone and Veradermics are in trials, but high costs and lengthy approval processes slow their release.
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