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    GlossaryChemical Inhibitor

    substance that slows or stops a chemical or biological process

    A chemical inhibitor is a substance that slows down or stops a chemical reaction or biological process. In the context of biology and medicine, chemical inhibitors can be used to block specific enzymes or pathways, which can be useful in treating diseases or conditions such as cancer or alopecia. For example, certain inhibitors can prevent the activity of enzymes that contribute to hair loss, potentially promoting hair growth.

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      community So we’re just ok with taking a research chemical now?

      in Treatment  181 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841, a non-FDA approved research chemical for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its safety and effectiveness. Some users are willing to try it as a last resort after other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride failed, while others express concerns about potential long-term side effects and lack of official research.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 2 months ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Massive study on finasteride side effects released

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.