Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, and Capillus202 are intended for the promotion of hair growth in females with androgenic alopecia who have Ludwig-Savin Classifications I – II, and in males with androgenetic alopecia who have Norwood Hamilton Classifications IIa-V; and both genders having Fitzpatrick Classification of Skin Phototypes I-IV.
Device Story
Capillus series (272 Pro, 272 OfficePro, 82, 202) are Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for androgenic alopecia. Devices consist of 82, 202, or 272 red diode lasers (650nm) housed in a helmet. Portable models use rechargeable Li-Ion batteries; OfficePro uses direct DC power. Operation is passive/hands-free; user wears helmet for treatment sessions. Audible tones signal start (2 short beeps) and end (1 long beep) of therapy. Devices are intended for home or clinical use. By delivering radiant energy to the scalp, the device aims to promote hair growth. Safety profile is consistent with other Class 3R LLLT devices; no reported adverse events.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence is based on the established safety and efficacy of the predicate and reference devices (iGrow, HairMax) which utilize the same LLLT modality. Bench testing confirmed compliance with IEC-602825-2007-03 (laser safety) and IEC 60950 (charger safety).
Technological Characteristics
LLLT helmet containing 82, 202, or 272 red diode lasers (650nm). Class 3R laser system (AEL 5mW max). Portable models use Li-Ion batteries; OfficePro uses DC power. Compliant with IEC-602825-2007-03 and IEC 60950. Audible tone interface for session timing.
Indications for Use
Indicated for promotion of hair growth in females with androgenic alopecia (Ludwig-Savin I-II) and males with androgenic alopecia (Norwood Hamilton IIa-V), with Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes I-IV.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infrared lamp is a device intended for medical purposes that emits energy at infrared frequencies (approximately 700 nanometers to 50,000 nanometers) to provide topical heating.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an infrared therapeutic heating lamp, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 890.9.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
April 25, 2016
Capillus, LLC Ms. Patricia Schnoor Director, Quality, Safety, & Compliance Manager 1715 NW 82nd Ave Miami, Florida 33126
Re: K160285
Trade/Device Name: Capillus272 Pro. Capillus272 Officepro. Capillus82, Capillus202 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5500 Regulation Name: Infrared Lamp Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OAP Dated: February 1, 2016 Received: February 3, 2016
Dear Ms. Schnoor:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food. Drug. and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
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Sincerely yours,
# Jennifer R. Stevenson -A
For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K160285
Device Name
Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, Capillus202
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Capillus272 Pro, Capillus82 OfficePro, Capillus202 are intended for the promotion of hair growth in females with androgenic alopecia who have Ludwig-Savin Classifications I- II, and in males with androgenic alopecia who have Norwood Hamilton Classifications IIa-V ; and both genders having Fitzpatrick Classification of Skin Phototypes I to IV.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span> <b> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </b> </span> </div> |
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| <div> <span> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </span> </div> |
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# 510(k) Summary
# Capillus, LLC
#### Date Prepared:
# February 01, 2016
# Submitter's Contact Information:
| Name: | Patricia Schnoor |
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| Address: | Capillus LLC<br>1715 NW 82nd Avenue<br>Miami, FL 33126 |
| Establishment<br>Registration# | 3010123655 |
| Telephone: | (786) 888-1874 |
| Facsimile: | (305) 418-7581 |
#### Name of Device and Name / Address of Sponsor:
| Trade Name: | Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, Capillus202 | |
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| Common or Usual Name: | Lamp, non-heating, for promotion of hair growth | |
| Classification Name: | Infrared lamp per 21 CFR 890.5500 | |
| Classification Code: | OAP (Laser, Comb, Hair) | |
| Sponsor Contact Information: | Patricia Schnoor<br>Capillus LLC<br>1715 NW 82nd Avenue<br>Miami, FL 33126 | |
| Telephone: | (786) 888-1874 | |
#### Predicate Devices:
| Device Trade Name | Manufacturer | 510(k) |
|-------------------|-------------------------|----------------|
| iGrow II | Apira | 122248, 140931 |
| HairMax LaserBand | Lexington International | 142573 |
#### Reference Devices:
| Device Trade Name | Manufacturer |
|-------------------|-------------------------|
| Hairmax LaserComb | Lexington International |
# Intended Use / Indications for Use:
Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, and Capillus202 are intended for the promotion of hair growth in females with androgenic alopecia who have Ludwig-Savin Classifications I – II, and in males with androgenetic alopecia who have Norwood Hamilton Classifications IIa-V; and both genders having Fitzpatrick Classification of Skin Phototypes I-IV.
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# Technological Characteristics
The Capillus272 Pro and Capillus272 OfficePro both consist of 272 red, visible light, diode lasers operating at 650 nanometers, configured within an outer helmet and protective inner, and configured for portable use with rechargeable battery and adapter (capillus272 Pro) and clinical office use (Capillus272 OfficePro). The Capillus82 and Capillus202 are exactly the same as the Capillus272 Pro with the exception of the number of diodes which are 82 and 202 respectively.
As stated in prior submissions, the devices emit an audible tone at the beginning and end of a therapy session, indicating that therapy has begun (2 short beeps) or ended (one long beep). The portable systems are powered by rechargeable Li-Ion battery cells assembled into a proprietary battery pack. Both the battery are fully compliant to recognized, international standards. The OfficePro is directly powered by the DC charger, which is fully compliant to recognized, international standards.
#### Performance Data:
Performance testing was conducted to confirm compliance to design specifications; all functions have been verified to operate as designed. All acceptance criteria were met by the device. The Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, and Capillus202 conform to the standard IEC-602825-2007-03. This IEC standard is a recognized and accepted standard by the FDA. The guidance document for this accepted standard is found in the Federal register, July 26, 2001 (volume 66, Number 144) [page 39049 39050]. This report validates for the Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus202 the laser class of 3R which establishes the AEL (accessible emission limits) as 5 milliWatts maximum. The charger conforms to IEC 60950.
With regard to all Capillus models and reference devices, there are no reported adverse events for this technology.
# Substantial Equivalence
The Capillus family of devices referenced in this application are the same technology used by the other LLLT devices cleared under device code OAP. The Capillus272 Pro, Capillus82 and Capillus82 and Capillus202 are as safe and effective as the predicate devices, iGrow and HairMax LaserBand, as well as other reference devices in its class, such as the Hairmax LaserComb. The Hairmax LaserComb, offered as a reference, is proof of the functionality and acceptability of the first device to be cleared by the FDA in the category of OAP, both technically and clinically.
Capillus is certain that the difference in the physical appearance, number of diodes, or in the method of delivering the radiant energy of the systems is of no consequence and does not affect the therapeutic value or the safety profile. All compliant LLLT systems which use red light diode lasers are classified as class 3R laser systems according to the IEC standard for allowable emission levels, which is a recognized standard by the FDA as well, and the adverse event profile is the same.
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| Capillus Devices | iGrow | HairMax LaserBand |
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| K143199; K150578; K151516; K153618 | K122248; K140931 | K142573 |
| LLLT Device Type | LLLT Device Type | LLLT Device Type |
| Prescription Use | Prescription Use | OTC |
| Intended Use - Androgenic Alopecia | Intended Use - Androgenic Alopecia | Intended Use - Androgenic Alopecia |
| Contain Laser Diodes- Class 3R | Contain Laser Diodes- Class 3R and LEDs | Contain Laser Diodes- Class 3R |
| Helmet/Cap Design | Helmet/Cap Design | Hair band, move over scalp |
| 650nm | 650nm | 655nm |
| Marketing clearance for Females | Marketing clearance for Males and Females | Marketing clearance for both genders |
| Passive Use-Hands Free | Passive Use-Hands Free | Passive Use-Hands-Free + user placement |
| 272 Laser Diodes | 21 Laser Diodes; 30 LEDs | 82 (3 positions) = 246 laser diodes |
| OAP Classification | OAP Classification | OAP Classification |
| Classification Name -Infrared Lamp | Classification Name -Infrared Lamp | Classification Name - Infrared Lamp |
| Common Usage Name - Lamp, Non-Heating | Common Usage Name - Lamp, Non-Heating | Common Usage Name - Lamp, Non-Heating |
| General & Plastic Surgery Committee | General & Plastic Surgery Committee | General & Plastic Surgery Committee |
| Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes - I-IV | Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes - I-IV | Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes - I-IV |
| Ludwig-Savin I-II (females) | Ludwig-Savin I-II (females) | Ludwig-Savin I-II (females); Norwood<br>Hamilton IIA-V (males); or both |
| Efficacy Rates - High Compared to Placebo | Efficacy Rates - 34-41% | Trial results are all significant increase with<br>respect to placebo. |
| Treatment- 17 weeks, every other day<br>(indefinite) | Treatment- 17 weeks, every other day<br>(indefinite) | Treatment - ~16 weeks, every other day<br>(indefinite) |
| Device Class II | Device Class II | Device Class II |
Based on technology, therapy outcome, similar design, wavelength choice, and treatment session time (all substantially equivalent), the expansion of the use for males (as indicated in the iGrow) from one device to its equivalent is reasonable and consistent with the known uses attributed to LLLT devices in general. The iGrow device demonstrated equivalence between genders with 21 diodes and HairMax proved the non-gender-bias concept with the equivalent of 246 diodes. There have been no reported safety issues with any LLLT device to date. It is therefore established that there is no difference between the devices, the regimens, or the technology; and the number of diodes does not adversely affect the safety of the devices.
Thus, Capillus claims the indications for use (all Capillus devices) should apply as stated: The Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus22, and Capillus202 are indicated to promote hair growth in males with androgenic alopecia who have Norwood Hamilton classifications of IIa to V or females with androgenic alopecia who have Ludwig-Savin Classifications of I – II and both with Fitzpatrick Skin Phototypes I to IV.
For these reasons, the Capillus272 Pro, Capillus272 OfficePro, Capillus82, and Capillus202 satisfy the FDA's substantial equivalence with respect to intended use, technological and design characteristics. With reference to all devices cleared through the OAP device classification, the sponsor respectfully proposes that the FDA has acknowledged that Low-Level Laser/Light Therapy is a viable modality for treating androgenic alopecia in both
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genders and that the red light lasers in class 3R, used in the Capillus devices referenced in this application are substantially equivalent to the predicates. Additionally, no new safety or efficacy concerns are raised due to the minor differences present between devices.
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1. Search: exact and fuzzy
Type a phrase like "coronary artery calcification" into the search box. You get two kinds of results. Exact results match the literal phrase — prefix searches work ("coronary artery calcificati") but suffix searches do not. Fuzzy results match on the meaning and intent of your phrase rather than the exact words, and are sorted by relevance score. Hover over the Exact or Fuzzy badge on any row to see exactly why it matched.
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Exact vs. fuzzy search: what's the difference?
Exact matches on the literal phrase (prefix search works, suffix does not). Fuzzy matches on the meaning and intent of the phrase rather than the exact words. Hover over the badge on any row to see why it matched.
You search "coronary artery calcification" and want only software devices with AI. What two filters do you apply?
Narrow by SaMD (software-only devices), then narrow by AI/ML (devices with AI).
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Scroll right in the results table. The intended use is extracted for you — no need to open the PDF. The device story gives a high-level snapshot of what the device does and how it's used. The AI Performance sub-table shows each output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, and development/test dataset descriptions — the same format Innolitics uses for regulatory strategy outputs, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. It is AI-generated but has been very reliable in practice.
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Scroll right in the search results table. The intended use column is extracted for you; no need to dig into the 510(k) summary PDF.
What does the AI Performance sub-table show, and why is it useful?
Output name, acceptance criteria, observed values, development dataset description, and test dataset description. It's the same format we use for regulatory strategy output and Fast 510(k) input, and the fastest high-level fingerprint of an AI device. AI-generated but reliable in practice.
3. Judging fuzzy relevance
Fuzzy results trail off in relevance as you scroll. Use three signals to decide how far down to go: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether your target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, you're past the relevant zone. A top hit with a low score (~0.4) and a stretched explanation is a hint the closest predicates are far away — the project may be headed for De Novo. Note the fuzzy search is a pattern match: it doesn't handle negation ("not") well, and hardware devices can appear — filter by SaMD/AI ML to cut them.
How do you judge how far down fuzzy search results to go?
Use the relevancy signals: the fuzzy badge explanations, the intended use column, and whether the target output (e.g., Cobb angle) still appears in the AI Performance sub-table. Once it stops appearing, results are trailing off in relevancy.
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Click a device name to open its detail page: device facts on the left, a chat window on the right. Ask something like "Describe the training data". The answer carries little citation bubbles — click one to jump to the highlighted passage in the source PDF, so you can verify every AI answer against the document. There's also a Download PDF button for sharing.
How do you verify an AI chat answer on the device detail page?
Click the citation bubbles to jump to the relevant highlight in the source document.
Reading rule for every project: how many summaries do you read in full?
At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
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Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
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Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
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Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.