Is there any side effects of using Finpecia tablets and MX5 for hair loss problems?
Patient: I have been facing hair loss for the last 3+ years. When I recently visited a doctor for treatment. He suggested me Finpecia tablets and MX5 or Tugain 5%. Are these good medicines to use? Would there be any side effects of using them? I am worried if these can cause more fall than actually solving the problem. Doctor: Hello. Thank you for writing to us at healthcaremagicYou seem to be suffering from Androgenetic alopecia; Hair thinning and hair fall in males is usually hereditary in origin, known as Androgenetic Alopecia.This type of hair loss in Androgenetic Alopecia is gradual.It has a particular pattern to it; hair fall and thinning is most pronounced at the front and top of the scalp. This may also be associated with gradually progressive recession of anterior hair line.Usually there is a family history in father, siblings, cousins etcMinoxidil and Finasteride are approved remedies for Androgenetic Alopecia. They arrest further progression of thinning and hair fall and even reverse early lossMinoxidil is absolutely safe; it may cause a dull headache if used in more than the recommended amount because it is a vasodilator. The normal recommended amount to use is 1 ml.Finasteride may cause sexual side effects like decreased libido in 1-2% of patients, however, this is a temporary side effects and subsides with continued treatment.Regards