What Would Be A More Effective Treatment For Hair Loss

Posted on Sun, 1 Sep 2019

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Question : What would be a more effective treatment for hair loss in terms of topical solution only? Topical finasteride or topical spironolactone?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding remedy for hair loss

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

Topical minoxidil 5% solution along with oral or topical finasteride 1mg is approved and most effective treatment for androgenetic alopecia in males.Topical finasteride can also be used in place of oral finasteride. Topical spironolactone is not available whereas oral spironolactone is approved only in females.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (8 hours later)

is topical finasteride just as effective as oral?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding hair loss remedy

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Topical finasteride is better than Minoxidil solution alone but not as effective as Oral finasteride.
Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D