The 3 FDA Approved Hair Loss Treatments

In previous articles we discussed two of the other FDA approved hair loss treatments.

Propecia® is a prescription drug for men only that was approved by the FDA in 1997 to treat male pattern baldness. Propecia® can be effective for men in the earliest stages of hair loss as well as those who have chosen Bosley’s permanent hair restoration solution. In this case Propecia® can be helpful in pre-operative and/or post-operative patients.

Propecia® effectively blocks the formation of DHT (the primary cause of male pattern baldness) in most men. For more information on Propecia® and other hair loss solutions be sure to schedule a free consultation with a Bosley Senior Counselor.

The Bosley LaserComb® is the latest innovation approved by the FDA and the only drug-free treatment for male pattern baldness. The Bosley LaserComb® uses 9 individual laser beams with just the right amount of energy to help promote growth and stimulate follicles.

The Bosley LaserComb® may be used with pre-operative and post-operative patients after a permanent hair restoration procedure.

The most common treatment for male-pattern baldness has been a topical solution called Minoxidil, which was approved in 1988 by the FDA. Minoxidil has been proven in some cases to slow down or help stop hair loss on the vertex of the head. This has only been effective in some cases and has demonstrated little effect on frontal hair loss where most men have the greatest concern. Frontal hair loss is the hair line or temples where many men begin to recede.

Minoxidil can only be effective if taken on a daily basis. Any results gained from the use of Minoxidil will be lost if daily treatment stops.

Minoxidil is now available in two strengths without a prescription, 2%, for women and and 5% for men. . This hair loss treatment can be found under a variety of brand names including Rogaine®.

To better understand hair loss and hair loss solutions and Bosley’s permanent hair restoration sign up for a free Bosley DVD or schedule a consultation with a Bosley Senior Counselor.

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