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neither participants nor researchers know who gets the treatment

A double-blind study is a type of scientific experiment where neither the participants nor the researchers know who is receiving the treatment and who is receiving a placebo. This method helps to eliminate bias and ensures that the results are solely due to the treatment itself, making the findings more reliable.

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community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

in Chat 247 upvotes 2 years ago

There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.

community 2020 Hair and Scalp Treatments: A Clinical Guide (in Depth 350 Page Guide)

in Treatment 63 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.

community COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men

26 upvotes 10 years ago

Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.

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.

community Considering giving a laser comb a shot. Here’s a summary of my research on the subject.

9 upvotes 8 years ago

Considering adding Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) to a hair loss prevention regimen; discussing the effectiveness of LLLT, and evaluating double-blind random-controlled trials that have been conducted on laser combs.

community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease

in Treatment 90 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.

community Be careful when switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride because for more efficacy.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 1 month ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.

community Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

23 upvotes 7 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil may help hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Why haven’t we seen anything about this

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 4 years ago

A double blind, placebo-controlled study that looked into the potential effectiveness of topical fluridil for treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing increased anagen to telogen ratios with no reported side effects on libido or sexual performance.

community 35% regrowth brothers and sisters! More effective than Minox and Fin?

in Treatment 107 upvotes 6 years ago

A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community Helicobacter's concocted serum v1

8 upvotes 5 years ago

A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, saw palmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.

community Cosmo Pharma Lists Breezula Phase 3 Trial on ClinicalTrials.gov

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 1 year ago

A phase 3 trial for Breezula (clascoterone solution) to treat male pattern hair loss has been listed, with 726 participants and a completion date of January 2025. Other treatments mentioned include Aneira Pharma's combination of minoxidil and latanoprost, Triple Hair's combination of minoxidil, latanoprost, and finasteride, and a new microneedling and LLLT device called StimuSIL.

community Kintor Has Completed Enrollment in Phase II Clinical Trial of KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) for Treatment of Male AGA Patients in the US

in Update 23 upvotes 2 years ago

KX-826 (Pyrilutamide) being tested in the US for hair loss treatment and that they have found enough people to participate in phase II clinical trials. Other treatments discussed are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

in Research/Science 136 upvotes 7 months ago

The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.

community Kintor has released an investor relations memo regarding Chinese Phase III trials for Pyrilutamide

in Update 52 upvotes 11 months ago

Kintor's Pyrilutamide (KX-826) showed hair growth in Chinese Phase III trials but did not significantly outperform placebo. The treatment was safe with no major adverse reactions reported.

community Has the user in the HMI-115 trial shared his photos now since it's April?

in Update 24 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who was part of an ongoing trial for a prolactin blocker and had regrowth, but the progress photos were not shared due to negative reactions from other users. Treatments mentioned include HMI-115, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Pyrilutamide Results, Safety and WHERE You can BUY IT!

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses skepticism over the results of Pyrilutamide for hair regrowth, suggesting that results from rigorous trials are more trustworthy. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Update about Hair Follicle Glucose Metabolism: New Clinical Data Collection with Ex-President Of American Board Of Hair Restoration Surgery.

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 4 months ago

David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.

community Experiences with Annurmets Hair?

in Product 6 upvotes 3 years ago

User asks about Annurmets Hair product, high in Procyanidin B2 for hair regrowth. Product is expensive and ordered from Italy.

community Saw Palmetto/Pumkin seed gives basically same results as Fin

in Treatment 3 months ago

A user reported that Procerin, containing Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin seed oil, provided similar hair thickening results as finasteride but with milder side effects. They experienced reduced libido and watery ejaculations but are adjusting the dose to minimize these effects.

community Amplifica’s AMP-303 Study Unveils New Hope for Hair Loss Treatments

in Treatment 39 upvotes 1 month ago

AMP-303, a new injectable treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showed promising results in increasing hair count and density with minimal side effects. The treatment demonstrated significant hair regrowth and durability, offering new hope for those with hair loss.

community "Minoxidil and Caffeine: Reason behind hyper responders and non-responders."

in Research/Science 31 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil and caffeine may interact, affecting hair growth results. Users shared mixed experiences, with some noticing improvements without caffeine and others still seeing results despite coffee consumption.

community Whats the safety Profile for Breezula?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about the safety of Breezula compared to RU58841 for hair loss treatment. The user believes Breezula is safer but less effective than RU58841.

community Bryan (the guy who reversed aging) shares treatment that reversed his hair loss

in Treatment 1073 upvotes 1 month ago

A person improved hair loss from Norwood 3 to Norwood 2 using a topical formula with minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin, plus oral minoxidil and red light therapy. There is skepticism about the treatment's effectiveness and concerns about misleading comparison photos.

community Sugars ARE important for hair growth | Glycosaminoglycans as Hair Growth Stimulant

in Research/Science 77 upvotes 3 months ago

Glycosaminoglycans are important for hair growth, and combining minoxidil with tretinoin and Biopeptide-CL may enhance hair growth by boosting glycosaminoglycan levels and improving the hair follicle environment. Users discussed the potential effectiveness and future of these treatments.

community Received Kintor’s KX-826 Today

in Product 84 upvotes 4 months ago

A user received Kintor’s KX-826/Pyrilutamide and shared initial impressions, noting concerns about the product's labeling and marketing. Other users discussed the legitimacy of the product, its effectiveness, and compared it to other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community Phase II for Technoderma Therepeutic's TDM-105795 set to begin in April tentatively

in Research/Science 41 upvotes 1 year ago

Phase II for TDM-105795 for Androgenic Alopecia is set to begin in April 2023. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TDM-105795 in male subjects.

community Listen to anyone besides your Mom while fighting hair-loss

in Satire 464 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.

community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

18 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

community New study shows minoxidil tropical solution 5% can cause eyesight problems.

in Research/Science 178 upvotes 3 days ago

Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.