research Oral minoxidil bio‐activation by hair follicle outer root sheath cell sulfotransferase enzymes predicts clinical efficacy in female pattern hair loss
Minoxidil activation by hair enzymes predicts treatment success for female hair loss.
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research Identification of the sulfotransferase iso-enzyme primarily responsible for the bio-activation of topical minoxidil.
This abstract reports that topical minoxidil is currently the only FDA-approved treatment for pattern hair loss in both men and women.
research SesZen-Bio: A Novel Modulator of Wnt/β-Catenin Signalling for Promoting Hair Growth and Follicular Regeneration
This study found that SesZen-Bio TM, a proprietary extract from Sesbania grandiflora leaves, increased proliferation of hair cells and hair shaft length in vitro and ex vivo, potentially due to activation of the Wnt/β-catenin signaling and stem cell differentiation pathways.
research Purification and characterization of rat liver minoxidil sulphotransferase
This study reports the purification of a specific sulphotransferase from rat liver that catalyzes the sulphation of minoxidil, potentially implicating it in minoxidil's bioactivation.
research Two-Dimensional Biodegradable Black Phosphorus Nanosheets Promote Large Full-Thickness Wound Healing through In Situ Regeneration Therapy
This study found that black phosphorus nanosheets positively influence skin repair by enhancing angiogenesis, anti-inflammatory response, collagen deposition, and re-epithelialization in a rat model of skin wounds, potentially through activating the JAK-STAT-OAS signaling pathway.
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5 / 103 resultscommunity How is it possible for someone to be a non responder to ORAL minoxidil?
Some individuals do not respond to oral minoxidil for hair loss, despite it generally working by improving blood flow to hair follicles. Factors like metabolism, drug interactions, and individual variations in the drug's activation may influence its effectiveness.
community Who won’t respond to minoxidil? (Studies)
Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to differences in sulfotransferase enzyme levels in the scalp, affecting people with conditions like ASD, liver disease, and androgenic alopecia. Treatments like topical tretinoin, microneedling, and using minoxidil sulfate instead of regular minoxidil can improve results for those with low enzyme levels.
community will pp405 be able to bring my lost temple area back to the game?
A user is concerned about hair loss in the temple area despite using Minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months and is curious if PP405 can help. Responses indicate uncertainty about PP405's effectiveness, with some optimism about future treatments and AI speeding up drug discovery, but emphasize waiting for clinical trial results.
community PP405 Won't Work Long Term: Hair Follicle Damage Due to Abuse of the ISR System
PP405 may damage hair follicles if used long-term, suggesting cycling might be necessary. Combining it with finasteride could help maintain hair growth.
community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough
A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.
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