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Hair Loss in Men and Women

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  • Minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine) " “ This medicine is used in men and women. You can buy it without a prescription. It comes in a liquid or foam that you put on your head.
  • Finasteride (brand name: Propecia) " “ This medicine is meant for men. Doctors sometimes also give it to women who have been through menopause (meaning they have stopped having periods). It comes in a pill, and you need a prescription to buy it.
  • Spironolactone (brand name: Aldactone) " “ This medicine can help hair regrow in some women who do not have good results with minoxidil. It is not safe to use during pregnancy. Women who can get pregnant are often given birth control pills to prevent pregnancy while they are taking spironolactone. The medicine comes in a pill, and you need a prescription to buy it.
  • Alopecia areata " “ These are some examples of medicines that can help regrow hair in people with alopecia areata:
    • Medicines called steroids, which come in shots or creams and lotions. (These steroids are not the ones athletes take to build up muscle.) These steroids slow or stop the immune response that causes alopecia areata.
    • A treatment called topical immunotherapy. A dermatologist usually gives this type of treatment. The doctor puts a special medicine that causes a mild allergic reaction on the spots of hair loss. You usually need many treatments to see if topical immunotherapy will work.

  • What if I am upset about my hair loss? " ” Losing your hair can be very tough. If you feel sad or anxious because of your hair loss, speak to your doctor or nurse. He or she can help you get the support you need. ‚  
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    Hair loss in men and women

    Men and women have different patterns of hair loss.

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    Hair loss in men and women

    Men and women have different patterns of hair loss.

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