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Among the newer hair regrowth treatments available in India, QR678 has generated significant interest — and significant confusion, given the volume of conflicting information circulating online about what it actually is and how it compares to more established options like PRP. At The Skin Firm — South Pune's best skin clinic and aesthetic clinic at NIBM Mohammed Wadi — Dr. Karishma Singh, skin specialist and aesthetic dermatologist, explains what QR678 actually contains, how it works, and who it genuinely suits.
What Is QR678?
QR678 is a patented growth factor formulation, developed in India, containing a specific combination of biomimetic peptides and growth factors designed to stimulate hair follicle activity. Unlike PRP, which derives its growth factors from your own blood through centrifugation, QR678 is a laboratory-formulated product containing synthesised versions of similar biological signalling molecules, standardised into a consistent, ready-to-use injectable solution.
This distinction matters practically: because QR678 does not require a blood draw or centrifugation process, treatment sessions can be somewhat more streamlined compared to PRP, though the fundamental goal — delivering growth factors directly to hair follicles to stimulate regrowth — remains similar across both treatments.
How QR678 Works to Stimulate Hair Regrowth
QR678 is injected directly into the scalp at the level of hair follicles using a very fine needle, similar to the injection technique used in mesotherapy and PRP. The growth factors and peptides in the formulation work by stimulating dormant or miniaturised hair follicles — those that have shrunk due to androgenetic alopecia or other causes — encouraging them back toward active, healthy hair production.
The treatment specifically targets multiple aspects of the hair growth cycle: prolonging the active growth (anagen) phase, improving blood supply to follicles, and supporting the overall follicular environment needed for healthy hair shaft production. This multi-pathway approach is part of why QR678 has gained traction as a genuine treatment option rather than a purely cosmetic add-on.
QR678 vs PRP: How Do They Compare?
- Source of Growth Factors: QR678 uses a laboratory-formulated, standardised solution. PRP uses growth factors derived from the patient's own blood.
- Preparation Process: QR678 requires no blood draw or centrifugation, allowing a more streamlined session. PRP requires blood collection and processing before injection.
- Consistency: QR678's standardised formulation delivers a consistent growth factor concentration in every session. PRP's concentration can vary slightly depending on individual blood composition and centrifuge technique.
- Clinical Evidence Base: PRP has a longer, more extensively documented history in dermatological literature. QR678 is a newer formulation with a growing but comparatively smaller body of published clinical evidence.
- Typical Session Plan: Both treatments typically follow a similar pattern of monthly sessions initially, followed by maintenance sessions every few months, with specific protocols varying by patient and dermatologist.
- Suitability: Both are generally suited to early-to-moderate androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Your dermatologist's assessment of your specific hair loss pattern determines which — or whether a combination — suits you best.
What to Expect During a QR678 Session
A QR678 session at The Skin Firm typically takes 30 to 45 minutes. Topical numbing cream is applied to the scalp beforehand to minimise discomfort from the injections, which are delivered across the affected area using a fine needle, similar in sensation to mesotherapy or PRP injections.
Because there is no blood draw or preparation step required, sessions can move slightly more efficiently than PRP appointments. Mild scalp tenderness or small bumps at injection sites are normal immediately following treatment and typically resolve within a day or two. Most patients resume normal activities immediately, avoiding only vigorous scalp massage or hair washing for the first 24 hours.
How Many Sessions and What Results to Expect
Most patients at The Skin Firm undergo an initial course of monthly QR678 sessions for 4 to 6 months, followed by maintenance sessions spaced further apart once results stabilise. Given the biological pace of the hair growth cycle, visible improvement in hair density and reduced shedding typically becomes apparent after 3 to 4 sessions, with continued improvement over the following months as treated follicles cycle through to active growth.
As with any hair regrowth treatment, individual results vary based on the underlying cause and severity of hair loss, overall health, and consistency with the recommended treatment schedule. Dr. Karishma Singh sets realistic expectations at consultation based on a thorough trichoscopy examination of your specific hair loss pattern, rather than promising uniform results regardless of your individual circumstances.
Who Should Consider QR678 Treatment?
QR678 is generally suitable for patients experiencing early to moderate androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss) or telogen effluvium (diffuse shedding), where follicles remain present but have miniaturised or become dormant rather than being entirely absent. Patients with advanced, long-standing bald patches where follicles have been inactive for extended periods typically see more limited results, as the treatment works by stimulating existing follicles rather than creating new ones.
A proper trichoscopy assessment at The Skin Firm helps determine whether QR678, PRP, GFC therapy, or a combination approach best suits your specific hair loss pattern and stage. More at: theskinfirm.in/qr678-treatment-in-pune/, or explore our broader hair loss treatment options at theskinfirm.in/hair-loss-treatment-in-pune/.
Why Choose The Skin Firm for QR678 Treatment
Hair regrowth treatments require an accurate initial diagnosis before any specific formulation is chosen. At The Skin Firm, Dr. Karishma Singh performs a thorough trichoscopy examination and medical history review before recommending QR678, ensuring this treatment genuinely suits your specific hair loss pattern rather than being offered as a default option to every patient regardless of their individual diagnosis.
Book Your QR678 Consultation at The Skin Firm
If you are exploring advanced hair regrowth options, The Skin Firm offers a thorough assessment to determine whether QR678 genuinely suits your hair loss pattern. Book your consultation at South Pune's best aesthetic clinic today.
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