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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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research Evaluation of Acute, Subacute Oral Toxicity and Wound Healing Activity of Mother Plant and Callus of Teucrium Polium L. Subsp. Geyrii Maire from Algeria
Teucrium polium extracts are non-toxic and effectively speed up wound healing.
research Insight Into Alopecia: A Narrative Review of Prevalence, Pathogenesis and Psychological Consequences
Alopecia, affecting the scalp and causing psychological distress, is primarily categorized into Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata. The review highlights the potential of herbal therapies, which are gaining interest due to their lower cost and fewer side effects, though more clinical validation is needed. Conventional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are common but have adverse effects. The review emphasizes the need for more extensive clinical trials to confirm the efficacy and safety of herbal therapies, suggesting that future research should focus on standardized formulations and comparative studies with synthetic treatments to develop integrated therapeutic approaches for managing alopecia.
research Novel Cosmeceuticals from Plants: An Industry-Guided Review
Plant-based ingredients are effective and safe for modern skincare products.
research Applications of Steroid Drugs Entrapped in Cyclodextrins
Cyclodextrins improve how steroid drugs work and are used in marketed medications and environmental applications.
research Traditional Knowledge Digital Library: The Challenges Ahead
The document suggests creating a secure database for indigenous knowledge and recommends that the TKDL actively fight patents that slightly alter traditional knowledge.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does the HMI-115 actually have potential or is it another false hope?
Hair loss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
community does lowering your prolactin levels regrow hair?
The potential of lowering prolactin levels to regrow hair, with a reference to Bayer's drug HMI 115 which has been indicated as having this effect. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil and Finasteride, as well as RU58841.
community HMI-115 when will it be available
The potential availability of a new hair loss treatment called HMI-115, which has shown promising results in experiments on monkeys but is not yet available to the public. Replies cautioned against using unproven substances from shady labs.
community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community Rosemary oil, peppermint oil, mucuna pruriens - two weeks in
A user who is trying alternative treatments, such as mucuna pruriens dissolved in water/alcohol and a blend of jojoba oil, rosemary oil, and peppermint oil, for hair loss. Other users have shared anecdotal evidence, discussed the potential effectiveness of certain treatments, and questioned the time sensitivity of experimenting with new treatments.