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What Causes Male Pattern Baldness?

hi.. I am suffering from Male pattern baldness. What should be best treatment regimen along with Minoxidl 5% topical solution. Should I take multivitamin tablets like Hairbelss? I was also prescribed Grocapix gel along..It is too expensive? is there an alternative?
Sat, 11 Jul 2015
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Hello dear,

Minoxidil preparation (5%) applied directly to the scalp helps to stimulate the hair follicles.
So, kindly continue it as advised by your treating Doctor.

Male pattern baldness usually follows a pattern of receding hairline & is related to genetic makeup and male sex hormones.
Under such conditions, you also need to use:
1. Finasteride preparations that interferes with the production of male hormone linked to baldness. Grocapix gel is also known to have similar effects.
2. Multivitamins & mineral supplements.
But these medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist.

Wishing you a Good Health.
Take care.
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What Causes Male Pattern Baldness?

Hello dear, Minoxidil preparation (5%) applied directly to the scalp helps to stimulate the hair follicles. So, kindly continue it as advised by your treating Doctor. Male pattern baldness usually follows a pattern of receding hairline & is related to genetic makeup and male sex hormones. Under such conditions, you also need to use: 1. Finasteride preparations that interferes with the production of male hormone linked to baldness. Grocapix gel is also known to have similar effects. 2. Multivitamins & mineral supplements. But these medications have to be used regularly under the guidance of a Dermatologist. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.