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research 571 Human Hair Follicles can “Taste”: Stimulation of the Bitter Taste Receptor TAS2R4 Inhibits Hair Growth Ex Vivo by Up-Regulating TGF-β2

November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study reports that activating the bitter taste receptor TAS2R4 with rebaudioside A can inhibit hair growth in human scalp hair follicles by promoting catagen through TGF-β pathway activation.

research Saliva secretion in engrafted mouse bioengineered salivary glands using taste stimulation

10 citations , January 2014 in “Journal of prosthodontic research”

This study found that while both natural and bioengineered salivary glands showed similar protein concentrations in response to taste stimulation, their protein compositions and amylase concentrations differed, which may affect nerve signal balance.

research Improving selective androgen receptor modulator discovery and preclinical evaluation

11 citations , August 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery”

This review discusses current challenges in selective androgen receptor modulator discovery and preclinical evaluation and reports no new results, emphasizing the need for basic research to improve safety and selectivity.

research A review of the treatment of male pattern hair loss

53 citations , February 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy”

This review discusses pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for androgenetic alopecia, noting that current medications like finasteride and minoxidil can slow hair loss but only partially restore hair growth, with early treatment offering better outcomes.

research Endocrine control of benign prostatic hyperplasia

97 citations , April 2016 in “Andrology”

This review discusses the etio-pathogenetic factors in benign prostatic hyperplasia and their role in the development of lower urinary tract symptoms but reports no new research findings.

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community KX-826: Long-Term Safety Results are out!

159 upvotes 1 year ago

KX-826 initially improves hair growth but declines after 24 weeks, with mild itching as a side effect. Combining it with minoxidil and finasteride may improve results, but long-term effectiveness is uncertain.

community Finasteride and Eye Problems: You’re Not Going Crazy

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 503 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride can cause dry eyes and vision issues due to its impact on the meibomian glands. Users have mixed experiences, with some experiencing eye discomfort and others having no side effects.

community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

308 upvotes 3 years ago

The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.

community PP405, a new hair growth stimulant that is completely different from minoxidil.

in Product 109 upvotes 2 years ago

PP405 is a new hair growth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.

community Don't just focus on Finasteride, Minoxidil and Ketaconozole/Derma rolling

18 upvotes 4 years ago

Improving hair health involves not only using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole but also focusing on a healthy lifestyle, including diet, exercise, and stress management. A balanced approach enhances treatment effectiveness and overall well-being.

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