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    Glossary Prostaglandin Antagonists

    block the action of lipid compounds involved in inflammation

    Prostaglandin Antagonists, also known as Prostaglandin Inhibitors, are substances that block the action of prostaglandins, which are lipid compounds involved in various physiological processes such as inflammation, pain, and fever. By inhibiting these compounds, prostaglandin antagonists can help reduce symptoms associated with conditions like arthritis, menstrual pain, and certain types of hair loss, such as alopecia.

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      New Treatments for Hair Loss

      research New Treatments for Hair Loss

      7 citations , March 2017 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”
      This review summarizes recent therapeutic advancements in treating various forms of alopecia, including new applications of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, Janus kinase inhibitors, and novel hair transplant techniques, without presenting original research results.
      Clinical Trials and Hair Loss

      research Clinical Trials and Hair Loss

      1 citations , July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      This review explores the current treatments for different types of alopecia, emphasizing the need for well-designed clinical trials and highlighting that most therapies are used off-label, as only androgenetic alopecia has FDA-approved drugs.
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      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

       56 upvotes 1 year ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community Do you know any alternative to Minoxidil ?

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from oral minoxidil and is seeking alternatives like Stemoxydine, Aminexil, and Redensyl + Procapil. They have been using finasteride for four years and are considering other treatments due to concerns about side effects.

      community Summary of future treatments from 2020

       51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Starting With "Strut" Topical: Dut %0.1 + Min %7.5 + Tretinoin %0.0125 + Biotin (and more)

       9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with a topical solution containing 0.1% Dutasteride, 7.5% Minoxidil, 0.0125% Tretinoin, and Biotin, along with a multivitamin, Ashwagandha, CBD oil, Retinol, and Caffeine Solution. They experienced some shedding and scalp irritation, leading to a reduction in the use of the caffeine solution.

      community Pelage have made a new post about PP405

      in Chat  17 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      PP405 aims to reactivate hair follicle stem cells to promote hair growth, but its effectiveness is debated. Some users are skeptical, citing past failures of similar treatments and questioning the company's claims.
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