Will Pelage include Norwood 7 hair loss in PP405 phase 3 trials to see its true regenerative potential? Chat 1/10/2026
Norwood 7 hair loss is often excluded from trials to ensure treatments appear more effective and to reduce costs. Some believe treatments effective for Norwood 5 could work on Norwood 7, but companies prioritize market readiness.
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PP405 and hair cloning are discussed as potential treatments for reversing hair loss from Norwood 7 to Norwood 1. Hair cloning is seen as a more permanent solution, while PP405's effectiveness and long-term effects remain uncertain.
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community People are misunderstanding PP405. 31% response at 8 weeks is better than you think
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