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5 / 11 resultslearn Rapamycin
mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Baricitinib
JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Major Histocompatibility Complex Class I Chain-Related Gene A Polymorphisms and Extended Haplotypes Are Associated with Familial Alopecia Areata
Certain genetic markers, especially the MICA gene, are linked to alopecia areata.

research Effects of Cyclosporine A on Clinical and Histologic Abnormalities in Dogs with Sebaceous Adenitis
Cyclosporine A can reduce inflammation in dogs with sebaceous adenitis, but ongoing treatment is needed.
research Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor/Mitogen-Activated Kinase Inhibitor Treatment Induces a Distinct Inflammatory Hair Follicle Response That Includes Collapse of Immune Privilege
EGFRi/MEKi treatments cause hair follicles to lose some immune protection, leading to inflammation.

research Case of Alopecia Induced by Sorafenib, Possible Mechanism Similar to Alopecia Areata
Sorafenib may cause hair loss in a way similar to alopecia areata.

research Efficacy and Safety of Baricitinib in Patients With Alopecia Areata: Evidence to Date
Baricitinib is a promising treatment for alopecia areata.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Major body hair loss from Finasteride (Also, just started oral minoxidil this week.)
User experienced significant body hair loss from Finasteride and started oral Minoxidil to address crown thinning. Their current regimen includes 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, Biotin, Vitamin D, Zinc, Iron, and ketoconazole shampoo.

community Experiencing Major Shed After Switching to Dutasteride and Moving Stress—Advice Needed
Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil caused a major hair shed, exacerbated by moving stress. Dutasteride may take months to fully integrate, and adding finasteride might help with hair protection during this transition.
community 31M - major hair shedding after weight loss + stopping vitamins — help!
A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.
community GT20029 & KX826 Major Updates from Kintor.
KX826 shows promise as a hair loss treatment with a 10% increase in hair count, but concerns about Kintor's marketing practices and the systemic effects of treatments like GT20029 and RU58841 remain. Users express skepticism and hope, with some preferring traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
community Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)
Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.