Update for PP405 - phase 2b underway Research/Science 2/8/2025
PP405 is advancing to Phase 2b trials, showing promise from Phase 2a. It may be available in 3-6 years, with trials using a topical gel.
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5 / 54 resultscommunity The Cure isn't 5 years away; it's already here.
PP405 is a new topical treatment for hair loss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.
community What to look Forward to in 2025
Hair loss treatments are advancing, with Coegin Pharma's FOL005 expected this year and Breezula potentially later. Pyrilutamide is available but not very effective, while Kintor's products face skepticism; traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain dominant.
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PP405 shows promise for hair follicle reactivation with minimal side effects. Users recommend continuing Minoxidil and Finasteride until more results are confirmed.
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Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss as it blocks more of the enzyme causing hair loss. New treatments like stem cell therapies and alternatives to minoxidil are being explored, but major advancements are still years away.
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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.
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