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Re:First long-acting hair regrowth pill hailed as 'new bench... by Taikonerd on Friday October 17, 2025 @09:08AM (#45616341)
Interestingly, it's not a totally new drug. It's an extended-release version of the existing hair-loss drug minoxidil.
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Re:First long-acting hair regrowth pill hailed as 'new bench... by jackolantern14 on Friday October 17, 2025 @12:36PM (#45618740)
Also interesting that it's at a much higher dose than would be typical for the fast release oral version of minoxidil. 8.5mg twice daily vs 5mg once daily.
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