When it comes to treating male pattern hair loss, two medications stand out - Finasteride and Minoxidil. These two active ingredients can be combined into a single Combination Spray to treat thinning hair.
Who is the spray for?
A topical version of Finasteride may be a suitable option for those who cannot tolerate oral Finasteride, or who don’t like the idea of taking tablets. It consists of two medications that are regularly used to treat male pattern hair loss - Finasteride and Minoxidil. They require consistent use for 3-6 months before results may become visible, and should be used long-term to maintain results.
What are the main ingredients?
The two primary ingredients- as the name suggests - are Finasteride and Minoxidil. Both are MHRA-approved medications used to treat male pattern hair loss and can achieve the best results when used in tandem. In fact, a 2004 study concluded that both Finasteride and Minoxidil were effective and safe in treating mild to severe AGA (or male pattern hair loss).
How does it work?
The Combination Spray should be applied topically to the scalp where you are experiencing thinning. The Finasteride in the spray reduces the levels of the DHT hormone that has attached itself to your hair follicles. By lowering the levels of DHT in your hair, Finasteride can prevent the damage to hair follicles.
Minoxidil, on the other hand, increases blood flow to the affected areas of your scalp. When used in combination with Finasteride, Minoxidil helps to increase the blood flow to your scalp, providing damaged hair follicles with vital nutrients and oxygen. When used in tandem like this, studies show they are more effective than when used alone.
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