Systematic Review of Newer Agents for the Management of Alopecia Areata in Adults: Janus Kinase Inhibitors, Biologics and Phosphodiesterase-4 Inhibitors

An arthritis drug, baricitinib, is discussed as a potential treatment for autoimmune alopecia, not androgenetic alopecia. Ritlecitinib is also mentioned as a possible treatment for scarring alopecia.

Baricitinib, approved for alopecia areata, might be considered for treating receding hairlines. The discussion is about the possibility of an over-the-counter topical version for androgenic alopecia.

Ritlecitinib and PP405 show promise for hair regrowth. Diagnosing the cause of hair loss is crucial before treatment.

A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.

An arthritis drug restored significant hair in people with alopecia areata, but it is not effective for male pattern baldness. The drug, Upadacitinib, has serious side effects and is expensive.

The conversation is about baricitinib, a medicine that can help with hair loss, and why it isn't more popular or widely discussed. No specific experiences with the treatment were shared.