Use of finasteride and minoxidil for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a review
January 2026
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Revista Colombiana de Ciencias Químico Farmacéuticas
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research Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil and Finasteride Association Compared to Monotherapy in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: A Prospective, Randomized, Controlled, Assessor-Blinded, 3-Arm, Pilot Trial
Using both minoxidil and finasteride together is more effective for hair growth than using either one alone in men with hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Therapy Update
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
research Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs
More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
research What's New in Therapy for Male Androgenetic Alopecia?
research Relative Efficacy of Minoxidil and the 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment of Male Patients
Dutasteride is the most effective hair loss treatment after 24 weeks, but finasteride leads to the most hair growth after 48 weeks.
research Treatment Options for Androgenetic Alopecia: Efficacy, Side Effects, Compliance, Financial Considerations, and Ethics
Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
research Alopecia Types, Current and Future Treatment
Current alopecia treatments manage symptoms but don't cure, and better treatments are needed.
research Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Oral minoxidil improves hair density in women with androgenetic alopecia, with mild side effects.
research The Effectiveness of Combination Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Combination therapies work better than single treatments for hair loss.
research Efficacy of Topical Finasteride 0.5% vs 17α-Estradiol 0.05% in the Treatment of Postmenopausal Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective, Single-Blind Study of 119 Patients
Topical finasteride works faster and better than 17α-estradiol for postmenopausal hair loss.
research An Overview of Herbal Alternatives in Androgenetic Alopecia
Herbal alternatives like saw palmetto and green tea may offer safe, effective treatment for hormonal hair loss.
research Serum Levels of Androgen-Associated Hormones Are Correlated with Curative Effect in Androgenic Alopecia in Young Men
Lowering certain hormone levels improves treatment for hair loss in young men.
research 5α-Reductase Isozymes and Aromatase mRNA Levels in Plucked Hair from Young Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Higher enzyme levels found in women with hair loss, suggesting hormone imbalance.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update Of Treatment Options
Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
research Finasteride Adverse Effects in Subjects with Androgenic Alopecia: A Possible Therapeutic Approach According to the Lateralization Process of the Brain
Finasteride may cause mental and sexual side effects, with hand preference and sexual orientation possibly affecting severity.
research Topical Minoxidil Fortified with Finasteride: Maintenance of Hair Density After Replacing Oral Finasteride
Minoxidil and finasteride combo maintains hair density effectively.
research Persistent Sexual, Emotional, and Cognitive Impairment Post-Finasteride
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual, emotional, and cognitive issues, with varying severity.