New topical anti androgen and starting TRT

Assemblage23

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It’s been about 10 years since I had a successful FUE, and I’ve been maintaining my results with finasteride ever since.

Honestly, I reached my main goal: I don’t even think about my hair anymore. Because of that, I stopped following all the news and updates.

Recently though, I heard that here in France people are talking about a new topical anti-androgen that just came out. It’s called clascoterone (brand name Winlevi) — it was recently approved in Europe for acne, and some people are looking at it as a potential option for androgenetic alopecia in the future. It’s the first new topical anti-androgen in decades, which is why it caught my attention.
Has anything else important happened in the past few years that I might have missed?

Back when I was worried, I used to check forums daily, but now I’m totally out of the loop. Mentally it’s been much easier, but I’m curious again.

Also, I’m considering starting TRT, which is why I’d like to add a topical anti-androgen for extra protection.
Is this thing worth checking for me?
 

br1

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I think Winlevi was extensively discussed in this Forum. It does not work.
 

jessy67

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Congrats on hitting that 10-year mark after your FUE — that’s a big win and it’s great to hear you’ve reached the stage where hair isn’t on your mind daily.
 

jondoeuk

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I think Winlevi was extensively discussed in this Forum. It does not work.

That's the grey market for you!

Cosmo Pharma should release the six month phase three results this quarter, and twelve month results in the first half of 2026. If all goes to plan they expect to receive FDA approval in late 2027 and will release it soon after. The market research that was done revealed customers would be willing to spend up to $225 per month on the drug.
 

istiklal

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Staying consistent with finasteride (assuming you've had no adverse effects) is key in maintaining native hair and slowing down further loss.
 
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