Hair Loss Drugs for Men

Presenting the hair loss drugs that have enjoyed most success in treating premature hair loss in men.

TREATMENT SUMMARY Core Treatment - Finasteride (please contact physician)  Supplementary Treatment - Rogaine from Minoxidil Shop Total Monthly Cost - $40 Results Visible - 6-12 months

Treatment Details

FINASTERIDE

Description: This is the approach of choice for many men and with good reason - it tends to work for most users. More commonly known as Propecia, this is a powerful hair loss drug that works by inhibiting the formation of DHT in the system.

After several months of usage DHT levels remain sufficiently low to inhibit the adverse effects on the hair follicle, thus halting hair loss.

Method of Use: Treatment involves taking a single 1 mg pill each day for an indefinite period.

Suitable for: Men suffering from male pattern hair loss. It is not marketed for women.

Main Ingredient: Each pill contains 1 mg of finasteride.

More Information: Propecia Factfinder


MINOXIDIL

Description: Better known as Rogaine, this is one of only two FDA-approved treatments for hair loss. It stimulates hair growth in both men and women by overriding the symptoms associated with the condition.

Method of Use: Treatment involves the daily application of a liquid to the affected area.

Suitable for: Men and women suffering from male pattern hair loss. It may also help to a lesser extent in other types of hair loss including alopecia areata.

Main Ingredient: Minoxidil is a chemical that was first used to treat high blood pressure. It is available as a topical solution in varying strengths (2% and 5%). The 5% solution is approved only for men.

More Information: Minoxidil Factfinder

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