What Are the Best Available Prescription Hair Loss Products - and Are They Worth It?

Losing your hair is never fun. In fact, it can wreak havoc on your self-esteem, and make you feel powerless to stop it.

That's why there are so many available prescription hair loss products. These manufacturers know how important hair is to self-image, and they're trying to capitalize on that fact.

Are these prescription products the answer to stopping hair loss? We took a look at some of the top prescription products - as well as a non-prescription solution that might work even better.

Propecia

Propecia is a prescription drug that's found in products like Propecia. It's also used to treat enlarged prostate, which tells you something about it right off the bat: it targets testosterone.

It's thought that too much testosterone could be the culprit for both an enlarged prostate and male pattern baldness. Propecia converts testosterone into something called DHT, which is supposed to be less damaging to hair.

There are a couple of issues with Propecia. One is that, since it targets testosterone, it only treats hair loss in men. Another is that it's only about 30% effective, and has to be taken continually to be effective.

You should also ask yourself if you're comfortable manipulating your hormone levels just to regrow hair.

Spironolactone

Originally designed to treat high blood pressure, Spironolactone is increasingly being used to treat hair loss in women. It's also only available by prescription, as it requires close monitoring by a physician.

The problem with Spironolactone is the inverse of Propecia: this only helps women. Also, it only stops hair loss - it doesn't help regrow it.

Finally, because this is a powerful blood pressure medicine, it can potentially have serious side effects.

Minoxidil

Minoxidil is one of the most commonly used ingredients in hair growth formulas, and for good reason: it works. Effective for both men and women, Minoxidil doesn't just stop hair loss - it can also help regrow hair.

Even better, Minoxidil has been shown to be so safe and effective it's now available without a prescription. It's a topical treatment, so you don't have to worry about interfering with hormone levels or blood pressure, either.

If you're ready to stop your hair loss - and regrow your lush, beautiful mane - contact us today. We'll help you find the hair loss solution that's right for you, so that you can feel better about yourself - starting now.