To date,
only two drugs have been approved for the treatment of hair loss
but three others have attracted significant support and usage.
Non-approved drugs that can help hair loss
At present only two medications have been approved by the FDA for
the treatment of hair loss, namely finasteride (Propecia) and minoxidil
(Rogaine). While both of these continue to prove their worth to many
patients, some individuals are disappointed with their results and
seek other forms of treatment. Often they turn to drugs that have
not been approved for the treatment of hair loss, but which have shown
themselves over time to have a positive effect in dealing with this
condition.
1. Avodart (dutasteride) - this is a new medication
that is not yet approved for hair loss but which offers exciting
possibilities for treating male patten baldness. It works in a similar
way to Propecia which prevents one of two enzymes from converting
testosterone into DHT thus blocking two thirds of DHT production.
Avodart takes this process a stage further by blocking both enzymes
thus reducing overall DHT production by 93%. It is currently approved
for the treatment of enlarged prostates and should not under any
circumstances be taken by women of child bearing age.
2. Proscar (finasteride) - Propecia has become a valued
weapon in the fight against male pattern baldness but it began life
in the form of Proscar. In fact, the active ingredient is identical
with Proscar containing a higher dose of 5 mg compared with Propecia's
1 mg. Many men therefore assume that the higher dose is more effective
in preventing the conversion of testosterone into DHT. The extent
to which this is true is debatable although the basic facts do tell
us Proscar blocks slightly more DHT formation. Some physicians feel
its use is warranted in a small proportion of older men and women
who previously have not responded to treatment with Propecia.
3. Tretinoin (Retin-A) - this is well known for the
treatment of acne but medical studies have shown it also helps stimulate
hair regrowth. Some experts argue that tretinoin enhances the absorption
and penetration of minoxidil into the hair follicles. As a result,
several formulas of tretinoin and minoxidil are available, generally
only by prescription.
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