Hair Loss Medications Guide

Finasteride — 1mg oral tablet taken once daily

Men experiencing early to moderate androgenetic alopecia (male pattern hair loss) who want a once-daily oral treatment that targets the root hormonal cause of thinning.

Minoxidil — 5% foam or solution applied to the scalp twice daily

Men and women looking for an accessible, no-prescription-needed treatment to support hair regrowth and slow thinning — especially those who prefer to avoid systemic medications.

Dutasteride — 0.5mg oral capsule taken once daily

Men who have not responded adequately to finasteride and are looking for a more potent DHT-blocking option, with the understanding that dutasteride is prescribed off-label for hair loss.

Minoxidil — 2.5mg oral tablet taken once daily (typical low-dose protocol)

Men and women who find topical minoxidil inconvenient, irritating, or ineffective and are looking for a potentially more consistent systemic alternative — under the guidance of a prescribing provider.

Finasteride/Minoxidil (compounded topical) — Applied once daily to the scalp; exact concentrations vary by provider and formulation

Men who want the benefits of both finasteride and minoxidil in a single daily application, or those who prefer a topical approach to reduce the likelihood of systemic side effects from oral finasteride.