Baldness remedies such as Finasteride, Minoxidil or Avicis, for example, promote hair growth, however, their use should only be done under prescription by the dermatologist.
In addition to the remedies, supplements such as the Biotin supplement or the Hairgrow, for example, that are composed of vitamins and amino acids that besides avoiding the fall of the hair, can also be used to aid in hair growth.
There are even shampoos for hair loss such as TricoDerm Shampoo or Ketoconazole shampoo, for example, that can be used along with the remedies as they help in the treatment of baldness.
Remedies for male pattern baldness
The remedies that can be used to treat male pattern baldness include:
- Finasteride: Helps to slow down hair loss and in some cases can help in the growth of new hair. Generally, you should take 1 Finasteride tablet daily. This remedy for baldness can cause impotence and it takes about 3 to 6 months to take effect;
- Minoxidil: increases blood flow to the scalp, helping hair growth. This lotion should be applied to the scalp every day and it also takes several months to visualize the effects;
- Ketoconazole: is a topical antifungal that works by reducing fungi on the scalp and excess oiliness, and should be used in conjunction with baldness remedies.
In some cases, your doctor may recommend the use of 17 alpha estradiol, known commercially as Avicis, along with Finasteride, as this remedy helps to decrease the effects of the hormonal changes that cause hair loss.
Remedies for Female Baldness
The remedies that can be used to treat female pattern baldness include:
- Minoxidil ;
- Ketoconazole ;
- Spironolactone : interferes with the production of testosterone, and can be used to treat baldness in women;
- Cyproterone Acetate : inhibits the action of male sex hormones, which may be the cause of female pattern baldness.
Pantogar can also be used to treat baldness, because it strengthens the hair, avoiding its fall.
In case of alopecia areata, where there is severe hair loss in certain areas due to autoimmune factors or emotional system, other remedies against baldness may be used as injections of corticosteroids or topical corticosteroids because they suppress the immune system.
In these cases, immunotherapy or treatment with ultraviolet light, which helps hair to grow, can also be used.
Natural Remedies for Baldness
Hair supplements like Pill food or Hairgrow, for example, are good natural remedies for baldness as they help to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss. They can be used along with baldness remedies and their use should be recommended by the doctor.
Biotin can also be used in baldness to promote hair growth and prevent hair loss. To know more see: Biotin.
Home Remedies for Baldness
The home remedies for baldness can be used in the form of shampoos, such as:
- TricoDerm Shampoo;
- Hair force;
- Revivogen Bio-Cleansing Shampoo;
- Hair Active.
However, these shampoos should be doctor-oriented and used along with the remedies prescribed by the doctor.
See other treatment options for baldness in:
- 4 ways to treat baldness
- Recognize the first signs of female pattern baldness and learn how to treat
