Placex

Placex is a pharmaceutical product developed and marketed by Megat Pharmaceutical, an Ecuadorian company. The active ingredient is placenta extract, a complex biologic substance derived from placental tissue that is rich in growth factors (such as Epidermal Growth Factor and Fibroblast Growth Factor), cytokines, vitamins, and amino acids. Placex is primarily indicated for the treatment of various types of alopecia (hair loss) and for skin revitalization or anti-aging treatments. It functions by stimulating cellular metabolism, promoting fibroblast proliferation, and enhancing collagen synthesis through the activation of specific growth factor receptors. In clinical practice, it is typically administered via topical application or intradermal injection (mesotherapy) to target the scalp or skin tissues directly, facilitating tissue repair and regeneration.

Brand names

Placex

Other names

Placenta extractExtracto de placenta