We all know that both products are good for combat Alopecia, but have different outcomes in different people. The two help stop hair loss, and certainly, in many cases encourage growth. So what is best for me?
In reality, need not be a dispute between them as both their actions and how they use are totally different. Minoxidil is a lotion is applied locally, directly on the affected areas of the scalp.
Still unknown the exact mechanism of action of minoxidil, but today is supposed to act by stimulating the opening of potassium channels, preventing calcium-which sends the signal to halt the hair-growth cells directly enter.
On the other hand, Finasteride or better known as “Propecia” is a tablet that should be taken daily. It works by inhibiting the production of the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which ultimately is responsible for the destruction of the follicles.
Under no circumstances are drugs that compete. In fact, many people use both simultaneously achieving remarkable results.
Unfortunately many people who have been treated with Minoxidil without having sufficient evidence. Usually the first treatment attempt, but it is also the first leaves.
The reason is very simple: it usually starts with a 2% lotion and placed once a day. After one or two months, the patient having no answer gets tired and stops the treatment.
Minoxidil 2% once a day, does not usually give significant results. At best, you can stop the fall of someone who is just beginning to notice symptoms, but no way will make you grow hair.
The Forum of baldness as you will see other people use it, or section of treatments for hair loss you will see how results can give you any medicine or lotion. Remember that you should never start a treatment without first consulting a professional.
In the case of Finasteride, no expect any results until the sixth month. If you’re impatient or you allow your spirit to invade anxiety, left him. The idea is to begin treatment and asking nothing in return until they have spent six months.
The best thing to do is get you two or three pictures before, and after six months, do the same. When comparing both pictures, if the treatment has given good results, do not want to quit.
If you have not done any treatment, attempts to begin testing one thing at a time. It will be easier for you to know what works and what does not.
Finally, remember that all treatments requiring several months before responding. If you are persistent, you have very high chances of combating baldness.
Side effects are common to us, but there are cases where treatment should be stopped. It is very important to never overdo the recommended dose or try to test treatments that have not yet been approved by local authorities in your country.
Ideally, information, choosing a treatment or more, then consult a professional. Never start a treatment without first consulting a professional.