Evidence gaps No published human randomized trial has evaluated injectable GHK-Cu for cosmetic, hair, or wound endpoints
Hematocrit, reticulocyte count, vitamin B 12, folate and iron levels should be obtained prior to treatment
Antioxidant Defense : By neutralizing free radicals, glutathione protects cells from oxidative stress and damage
While no formal interaction study with minoxidil exists, the theoretical concern is that sudden, high systemic levels of a reducing agent could transiently alter the redox environment of hepatocytes, potentially affecting drug metabolism rates in unpredictable ways
2015 Increases hair follicle size, stimulates follicle growth, and supports hair cycle transition in preclinical models