Trying More-Conventional Hair Loss Treatments

1. Try 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors

The main drug treatment for men’s hair loss are the 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors Proscar and Propecia, which are trade names for finasteride. 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are anti-androgens and block their activity on hair follicles to prevent male and female pattern baldness.

Combating Hair Loss with Medication, Herbal Remedies, or Surgery

1. Use medical or herbal means to combat advanced hair loss

If your hair has already receded more than is to your liking, you may want to take more aggressive action than simply changing your hair care routine. Herbal remedies are an inexpensive place to start, while medications are more potent and surgery offers a quick, though expensive, fix.

Treating Your Hair Loss with Medications

1. Try applications of products containing minoxidil. Various brand names are manufactured that contained minoxidil. The most familiar branded product is called Rogaine.