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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
5% and 2% minoxidil solutions effectively promote hair growth and reduce hair loss, with 5% being slightly more effective but having more side effects.
Placebo hair regrowth might be influenced by propylene glycol in lotions or participants lying about using other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or microneedling. Being part of a study can also improve hair health due to lifestyle changes.
A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebogroup, 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.
TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.
Pyrilutamide did not show effectiveness in regrowing hair compared to a placebo, but it may still help maintain existing hair by preventing DHT from causing follicle miniaturization. Some users believe it could be beneficial when used with other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
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.