Medical Treatment

• Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar): A pill taken once daily that blocks the effects of testosterone on hair growth. Testosterone is a hormone found in higher concentrations in men. Finasteride is not currently used for the treatment of hair loss in women.
  
  
• Minoxidil (Rogaine, Loniten): A medication you rub directly onto your scalp. This medication enlarges hairs and makes them grow for a longer period.
  
  
  • It works for both men and women.
    
    
  • It works best for balding at the top and back of the head and less well for the front area of the scalp.
    
    
  • Stopping this medication can result in loss of the hair that developed during its use.