Hair loss is a serious but not fatal problem. It can affect your self-esteem and thus affect your life. Finding a right hair loss treatment can be a confounding problem. These remedies have various ingredients that claim to prevent hair loss. Some contain natural herbs while the others contain chemicals that stop hair loss.
One of the hair loss drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration is Minoxidil. It should be applied to the scalp to regenerate new hair growth. It does not prevent hair loss, just causes new hair to grow. Minoxidil solution is sold in 2 versions: 2% and 5% solution. The 2% solution can be used by both men and women, while 5% is only for men.
Minoxidil can be purchased without prescription and should be applied topically to prevent any systemic side effects. However Minoxidil can have adverse side effects like skin problems or scalp irritation. Since the sensitivity of each person differs, what happens to one may not happen to others.
Acquaint yourself about the side effects of Minoxidil before using it. Visit various hair loss forums where you get to know the experiences of other users of Minoxidil. Understanding others’ experiences will let you know what to expect and what will happen later on. This will allow you to maximize the benefits of the medicine.
However if the result is now what you expect, stop using Minoxidil immediately. Using Minoxidil on irritated scalp will only worsen the situation. Start the treatment for the irritated scalp from a doctor. Do not use Minoxidil till the irritation is gone. Apply an anti histamine cream to heal irritated scalp.
Choose alternative treatment for hair loss. Laser treatment slows down the hair fall. Using a laser hair comb will reduce the hair shed every day. Opt for another hair growth treatment in lieu of Minoxidil. Natural herbs like Saw Palmetto offer equivalent benefits. Though these treatments have not been approved for hair loss, they are still effective.