RU58841 is a specific androgen receptor antagonist or a so called anti-androgen. This non steroidal topical androgen antagonist was investigated for therapeutic value in androgenetic alopecia and acne. In studies and clinical trials RU58841 has shown to;
Strongly compete against DHT
Increase cellular replication rate in the matrix cells
Increase cellular proliferation of outer root sheeth cells
Increase hair diameter and hair density
Increase the percentage of hair in the anagen phase
Exert no negative effect on body hormone levels
Provide equivalent or better net growth than Finasteride