learn Bimatoprost a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
research The Prostamide-Related Glaucoma Therapy, Bimatoprost, Offers a Novel Approach for Treating Scalp Alopecias 53 citations, October 2012 in “The FASEB Journal” Bimatoprost, a glaucoma medication, may also help treat hair loss.
research Bimatoprost for the Treatment of Eyelash, Eyebrow, and Scalp Alopecia 38 citations, March 2017 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs” Bimatoprost is promising for treating some types of hair loss but needs more testing for androgenetic alopecia.
research Recent Progress in Prostaglandin F2α Ethanolamide (Prostamide F2α) Research and Therapeutics 43 citations, July 2013 in “Pharmacological reviews” New research on prostamide F2α has led to treatments for glaucoma and eyelash growth and may have more medical uses.
research Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors and Prostaglandin Analogues in Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review 9 citations, December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
research A Bald Statement: Current Approaches to Manipulate Miniaturization Focus Only on Promoting Hair Growth 30 citations, May 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The conclusion is that future hair loss treatments should target the root causes of hair thinning, not just promote hair growth.