Medications Vs Hair Transplants
By www.menhealthonline.biz
Medications vs. Hair Transplants
A solid and evident cure for hair loss is an age-old search that remains unresolved until this day. As a matter of fact, hair loss products and solutions are one of the largest contributors to the beauty industry. Men who have thinning hair or are losing their hair entirely have looked high and low for a product that will help them. The market has been flooded with products that are advertised as 'the best' when it comes to either regrowing hair or stalling the loss. So what are the best? Here are a couple of the most well-known products and what they can achieve:
Propecia
One such product is Propecia. This was originally called Proscar and was developed to prevent prostate problems in men over 60. Containing Finasteride, it stopped the production of DHT, which is a major cause of prostate cancer. Oddly enough, it was an accident when Propecia was found to prevent the loss of hair.
In studies conducted comparing Propecia to a placebo, Propecia came out on top every time. The studies also revealed that a 60% increased hair count was reported although only 42% had any improvement that was noticeable.
This product is mainly recommended for younger men who want to stop any further hair loss. The cost for the generic version, 30 tablets, is approximately $52.
Rogaine/Minoxidil
Another product that has shown favourable results is Minoxidil, which is found in Rogaine. The generic version of this is available as well. This works as a stimulant that coaxes the hair follicles to grow. Available in 2% and 5%, the solution is approved for men and women to use however; the 5% version is usually only approved for men. It has been found to cause side effects in women when they use the stronger version.
The 2% solution, available in a 30-day supply cost about $30. It is available over the counter and the 5% version is the most powerful product that you will