Tacrolimus (Fujimycin, FK506)

Hair Loss Treatment Type:

Immunosuppressive

Availability:

Prescription

Notes:

FK506 is an immunosuppressant, like cyclosporin, primarily used to prevent organ rejection. Like Cyclosporin, it also has hair growth effects; however, unlike cyclosporin, it is more effective topically for hair growth than orally, making it a better choice than cyclosporin. Unfortunately, like cyclosporin, it also has the potential for serve side effects and is not to be used lightly.

Claimed Results:

None.

Observed Results:

Unknown.

Clinical Results:

Some clinical studies showing it works for hair growth.

Testing:

Some (FDA Approved).

Safety/Side Effects:

Toxicity and possible neural damage when taken orally. Unknown topical effects.

Gender:

Either.

Typical Cost:

Unknown.