Male Pattern Baldness Blog

How to cure male pattern baldness?

While many men choose to live with the condition, others try all sorts of cures advertised over the internet and in the media. Some of the popular treatment options available for male pattern baldness include:

Use of herbal shampoos and oils – There are large number of herbal shampoos and oils available on the market; each claim about giving guaranteed treatment. However, their effectiveness has not yet been proven.

Minoxidil solution – Available over the counter by the trade names of Rogaine and Regaine, minoxidil helps to slow down or stop hair loss as well as promote hair regrowth. However, this medicine has shown limited success and many people find it uncomfortable to use.

Propecia finasteride – This is by far one of the most effective medications available for the treatment of male pattern baldness. Propecia finasteride was approved by the FDA in1997 as a prescription treatment for male pattern baldness. Propecia is available in a pill form which is to be taken orally once a day.

How effective is Propecia to treat male pattern baldness?

Propecia is the most effective treatment that is currently available for male pattern baldness. Studies have shown that almost 80% of men using Propecia stopped or even reversed their hair loss to a certain degree. However, for the benefits to continue, you will need to take the pill everyday. Once you stop the treatment, hair gained during the treatment will be lost within one year. To get effective results you should begin the treatment early. Propecia finasteride is to be used by men only. It should never be used by women and children.