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GlossaryChinese herbs

natural substances used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for health

Chinese herbs, also known as Chinese medicinal herbs or Traditional Chinese herbs, are natural substances used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to promote health and treat various ailments. These herbs, which include roots, leaves, flowers, seeds, and other plant parts, are often combined into formulas tailored to an individual's specific health needs, based on TCM principles such as yin-yang balance and the Five Elements theory.

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community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 1 year ago

He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

community Reddit’s amatorial meta analysis of 17 already avaliable hair loss prevention treatments that were found to be effective in clinical studies but are not FDA approved for MPB. PROS and CONS. (2022 Guide if Finasteride and Minoxidil are not working/ give you sides/are not enough) 77 studies linked!

in Research/Science 586 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation are about hair loss treatments that have been found to be effective in studies. There are 19 different treatments mentioned, including oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical finasteride, RU58841, and more. The best treatment for an individual depends on factors like availability, cost, side effects, and personal preferences.

community Have people with aggressive balding genetics genuinely had any results after applying any natural remedies ie:rosemary oil,coconut oil,Onion Juice etc

in Research/Science 42 upvotes 1 year ago

Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.

community 11 months of finasteride use, but side effects are becoming increasingly real

in Finasteride 25 upvotes 6 years ago

A user experienced severe sexual side effects and man boobs after 11 months of finasteride use, despite initial positive results for hair growth. They are discontinuing finasteride and caution others about potential risks, suggesting that side effects may be more common than reported.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 489 upvotes 3 months ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

in Update 114 upvotes 6 years ago

A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

community Why don't more people here use oils?

in Treatment 22 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses using oils like pumpkin seed, rosemary, peppermint, and grape seed oil for hair regrowth, claiming they can be as effective as finasteride or minoxidil without side effects. Some users remain skeptical and prefer proven treatments like minoxidil.

community Is anyone using melatonin for hair loss?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 5 months ago

Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.

community Hope Medicine announces HMI-115 phase II clinical trial for androgenetic alopecia in China

in Research/Science 61 upvotes 1 year ago

Hope Medicine's announcement of the HMI-115 Phase II clinical trial for androgenetic alopecia in China; other related trials have been conducted or are ongoing in different countries, including Australia, US, and Europe. There is speculation that the product may be accepted across borders without additional testing.

community Fin fuckbois to ascended masters

in Satire 272 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.

community 27yrs Balding since 16 , Progress (Fluridil , Pantostin ,Minoxidil,Stemoxydine,Microneedling,Nizoral)

in Progress Pictures 761 upvotes 7 months ago

A user has been experiencing hair loss since 2013 and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, fluridil, pantostin, stemoxydine, microneedling, and Nizoral. They reported improvement after adding antiandrogens and other treatments in July of the previous year but stopped finasteride due to erectile dysfunction.

community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

community What does “Minoxidil tincture 5% Purified Water” mean exactly?

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 9 months ago

A user is asking about the effectiveness of "Minoxidil tincture 5% Purified Water" compared to other Minoxidil 5% products. They experienced itching and redness with other Minoxidil products and suspect they might be allergic.

community Topical Dutasteride is Here.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 153 upvotes 3 years ago

The availability of Topical Dutasteride, a potential treatment for hair loss, which can be purchased without prescription from MinoxidilMax. Other treatments discussed include Topical Finasteride and PRP injections, with discussion around dosage, efficacy, side-effects and safety.

community HMI-115 update: Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine Enter Manufacturing Agreement to Speed up the Launch of First-in-class Antibody Drug HMI-115 Targeting Endometriosis and Androgenic Alopecia

in Research/Science 108 upvotes 1 year ago

Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine are speeding up the launch of a first-in-class antibody drug, HMI-115, for endometriosis and androgenic alopecia. The treatment involves a series of subcutaneous injections, has shown promising results in phase 1, and continues to promote hair regrowth even after the treatment is stopped.

community 25 months. Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, fixing vitamin D levels

in Progress Pictures 2245 upvotes 3 years ago

User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hair loss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.

community This sub in a nutshell when it comes to medicine. Oral Minoxidil isn’t that bad

in Chat 446 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.

community Red Light Therapy: Cheap Chinese LED caps are better than $3000 laser caps

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Affordable 92-LED caps may be more effective for hair growth than expensive 270-laser caps due to higher power output and irradiance. The LED caps deliver more energy to the scalp, making them a cost-effective alternative for red light therapy.

community Has anyone ever had success with just micro-needling?

in Microneedling 20 upvotes 6 months ago

People are discussing if microneedling alone can improve hair loss without using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Some users report moderate success with microneedling and natural remedies, but most suggest that results are better when combined with medical treatments.

community The Effect of Intradermal Botox on Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Possible Mechanism (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (2020)

in Treatment 12 upvotes 4 years ago

Intradermal botulinum toxin (BTX) injections effectively treat androgenetic alopecia (AGA) by inhibiting TGF-β1 secretion from hair follicles. Further research and long-term follow-up are needed to confirm these findings.

community Where have all the microneedle pens gone?

in Microneedling 15 upvotes 1 month ago

Microneedle pens for hair loss are harder to find on Amazon due to FDA regulations on needle length. Users suggest buying from AliExpress or Temu instead.

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

in Product 109 upvotes 4 months 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 FOR PYRILUTAMIDE NON-BELIEVERS (progress album, 14 months)

in Progress Pictures 30 upvotes 11 months ago

A user shared their 14-month progress using Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvement and no side effects with these treatments, unlike their negative experiences with Finasteride and RU58841. They emphasized the importance of consistent application for seeing results.

community Kintor Pharma Announces Successful Completion of Phase II Clinical Trial of KX-826 for Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia in the US

in Research/Science 120 upvotes 1 year ago

Kintor Pharma announced successful Phase II trial results for KX-826 in treating hair loss, showing it's comparable to finasteride and can be used with it. Some participants saw a 10 hair/cm^2 increase, which is considered a good outcome at the low dose used.

community How are people getting DUT so easily?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

community Anyone else just waiting until the real pyrilutamide and then GT20029?

in Chat 1 year ago

The user is hesitant to use finasteride due to potential hormonal side effects and is waiting for the release of pyrilutamide, a new hair loss treatment. Other users suggest trying finasteride, warning about potential regret if hair loss progresses in the meantime.

community My results from Microneedling + Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 28 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared successful hair regrowth results using Minoxidil and Microneedling with a Dr. Pen M8 model. Discussed routine, needle depth, and frequency for optimal results.

community Phase II Clinical Trial for TDM-105795 started recruiting

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 1 year ago

A Phase II clinical trial for TDM-105795 has started recruiting in the US, and it might be a promising treatment for hair loss. Many hair loss drugs, including this one, originate from China.

community When are we getting a cure to hair loss?

in Chat 1 year ago

Potential treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and various upcoming pharmaceuticals, gene editing and cloning. It is suggested that a cure, if found, would be highly profitable due to the large number of people affected by hair loss globally.

community More great news about SCUBE3... this could be it!

in Research/Science 30 upvotes 1 year ago

SCUBE3 is a potential hair loss treatment that people are hopeful about. It may provide a solution without the side effects of finasteride.