There’s actually a quite good chance that next year, we might see a new treatment get FDA approval for the first time in nearly three decades.
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    From the encyclopedia
    Clascoterone →

    a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

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    In this research discussion post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Breezula (topical) 7.5% 2x daily
    the tone is 😐 neutral with weaker alternative to finasteride and minoxidil results.

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    Breezula, a potential new hair loss treatment, may receive FDA approval soon, but it is expected to be a weaker alternative to finasteride and minoxidil. Concerns include its twice-daily application and possible side effects like HPA axis suppression.
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      Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris

      research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris

      7 citations , December 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      This review discusses the potential efficacy of topical antiandrogen therapies for treating androgenetic alopecia and acne vulgaris, finding promising results but highlighting the need for more comprehensive studies.
      Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update of Treatment Options

      110 citations , August 2016 in “Drugs”
      Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
      New Drugs Under Investigation for the Treatment of Alopecias

      research New drugs under investigation for the treatment of alopecias

      26 citations , January 2019 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs”
      This review explored the new and emerging treatments for androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata, finding that JAK inhibitors show promise for alopecia areata, while advancements in stem-cell research may eventually lead to new and improved treatments for androgenetic alopecia.
      New Therapeutics in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Nouvelles thérapeutiques dans la prise en charge de l’alopécie androgénétique

      March 2025 in “HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)”
      This thesis investigates the underlying mechanisms and treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, highlighting the molecular roles of androgens and genetic predispositions, and evaluates current and emerging therapies, such as PROTACs and Janus Kinase inhibitors, to enhance patient management.
      Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors in Dermatologic Treatments

      research Antiandrogens and Androgen Inhibitors

      November 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      This source outlines various antiandrogen and androgen inhibitor drugs used to treat cutaneous disorders of hyperandrogenism, detailing their mechanisms, uses, dosages, and side effects, with emphasis on spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral contraceptives.