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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
There's only two hair loss drugs clinically tested and FDA approved : Minoxidil (Rogaine and other brands) and Finasteride (Proscar, Propecia, etc.), there are some interesting drugs too like Dutasteride or Follica but there aren't enough studies yet.
If you're into natural stuff, the only one that might be helpful is Saw Palmeto (there are capsules for sale in natural shops) because it contains anti androgens similar to the ones found on Propecia.
Quite frankly all the other stuff are either placebos or scams.
Source(s): http://www.hairlossline.com/ - Anonymous7 years ago
Since hair loss may be an early sign of a disease, it is important to find the cause so that it can be properly treated. A doctor usually inspects the hair shafts, and may perform a biopsy of the skin. A biopsy helps determine if the hair follicles are normal; if they are not, the biopsy may indicate possible causes. If the doctor's examination finds signs of irregularities or other serious illness, blood tests to identify those disorders may be required.
Proscar, a medication used for prostate enlargement, works by blocking the effects of male hormones on the hair follicles and is taken by mouth daily.
Individuals with increased levels of the hormone DHT in the scalp experience a shortening growth phase or thinning of the hair. Proscar lowers the level of this hormone, and contributes to the normalization of the hair growth cycle. Proscar may be used for men only.
- Anonymous7 years ago
Studies have shown that in the hair loss remedy market, ninety nine percent of available treatments and products have been proven to be unsuccessful. For those who suffer from hair thinning and loss, this is an incredibly frustrating issue to have to deal with. More than three million dollars are spent every year in an attempt to cure hair loss. What is more, most people who suffer from this disease also have to deal with the emotional ramifications posed by losing their hair. Both men and women suffer from this disease; however, there are different treatments suggested for different sexes.
For men, hair loss can feel directly related to their vitality and affect self-esteem tremendously. Hair transplant surgery has advanced over the years to produce completely natural looking results. However, if going under the knife is out of the question for you, the best hair loss treatments to go with will be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Proscar/Propecia (or Finasteride as it is generically known) is only one of two drugs on the market today to have been clinically proven to treat male pattern baldness. The other relatively successful drug is Minoxidil (generically known as Ioniten). For the small percentage who finds no reaction from Proscar/Propecia, Minoxidil is generally recommended as an aid to an already established hair care routine.
Female pattern baldness differs greatly from its male counterpart. While there are nine different remedies on the market (including Proscar/Propecia and Minoxidil), doctors are reluctant to prescribe these medications that affect the entire internal system. The reason for this is because these treatments could lower certain levels of the hormone androgen. Among the nine FDA approved remedies, the best hair loss treatments being prescribed to women are all topical.
Source(s): http://www.generic-propecia-pharmacy.com/ - Anonymous1 decade ago
Do you have hair loss now? Or are you worrying for osmeting in the future? Make sure you take multi-vitamins and keep a healthy diet if this concern is for the future.
If you need to prevent it now, try a hot oil treatment or Vitamin B12 supplements.
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- Anonymous1 decade ago
Eat well, exercise and keep stress away from your life are good antidotes for hair loss. You can find out more information like this and a lot more by checking out the source link.
Source(s): http://www.thehairlossfix.com/ - 1 decade ago
Shainy, you may be able to find the answer you so seek here:
http://www.hairlossmentor.com/hair-loss-prevention...
Make sure you read up the section "minerals and vitamins for hair loss" also to make sure you are "fully covered" in your quest to prevent hair loss. Good luck.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
Simply massage your scalp in general for a few minutes a day after or during a shower. It can stimulate blood flow and control hair loss. You can also use aromatherapy oils like lavender and bay essential oils for massage. Check out http://usefulinfo-hairloss.blogspot.com/ for more info.
- 1 decade ago
Research has confirmed the role of zinc has a vital nutrient in the healthy growth of hair. Zinc is an important element in the management of stress when it is mobilized in stress as it is an important constituent of many vital enzymes required for normal body functions.
In terms of hair, nails and skin, it helps in the synthesis of various proteins, which subsequently facilitate growth and maintenance. So any deficiency in the levels of zinc in the body will directly result in impaired growth and damage to these body parts.