Genetic analysisResearchers sought to develop new ways to promote human hair growth with the hope of finding novel, well-tolerated agents for treating androgenetic alopecia. When they then treated hair follicles with WAY-316606, the unrelated agent also effectively enhanced human hair growth like CsA. “This makes our research clinically very relevant, as many hair research studies only use cell culture. “The fact this new agent, which had never even been considered in a hair loss context, promotes human hair growth is exciting because of its translational potential: it could one day make a real difference to people who suffer from hair loss. Clearly though, a clinical trial is required next to tell us whether this drug or similar compounds are both effective and safe in hair loss patients” he added.

Source: The Hindu May 09, 2018 06:11 UTC