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August 2020 in “PLOS Computational Biology”
A machine learning model called CATNIP can predict new uses for existing drugs, like using antidepressants for Parkinson's disease and a thyroid cancer drug for diabetes.
Caffeine may slightly improve hair thickness if you don't have male pattern baldness. Its effectiveness is questioned, and clinicalapproval is uncertain.
GT20029 is a new hair loss treatment in Phase 3 trials in China, using PROTAC technology to target androgen receptors, potentially with fewer side effects than finasteride and minoxidil. VDPHL01, a second-generation minoxidil, is also mentioned as potentially more effective.
Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
RU58841 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with comparisons to finasteride. There is interest in leaked trial data, but no official clinical validation or approval for RU58841.