Finasteride + Minoxidil refers to two well-studied medications used together to treat androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss):
Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that reduces DHT — the hormone that contributes to follicle shrinkage and hair thinning.
Minoxidil is a topical vasodilator that stimulates hair follicles, extending the growth phase and encouraging thicker hair production.
They can be used:
Orally (finasteride tablet) plus topical minoxidil
Topically combined into a single scalp solution (often compounded or clinic-prescribed)
Some products also include both active ingredients in a single topical format designed to improve convenience and compliance.
Slows hair thinning: Finasteride decreases DHT to help prevent further hair loss.
Encourages regrowth: Minoxidil boosts blood flow and stimulates follicles to regrow hair.
Using both together is more effective for many users than either alone.
Dual mechanism: One blocks the hormone that miniaturizes follicles, the other energizes follicles to grow stronger hairs.
Results typically take 3 – 6 months of consistent use before visible improvement.
⚠️ Important: Finasteride is usually prescribed for adult males. It is not recommended for use by pregnant women due to risk of birth defects. Systemic finasteride can have side effects (e.g., sexual side effects), whereas topical formulations aim to reduce systemic exposure.
Finasteride + Minoxidil refers to two well-studied medications used together to treat androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss):
Finasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that reduces DHT — the hormone that contributes to follicle shrinkage and hair thinning.
Minoxidil is a topical vasodilator that stimulates hair follicles, extending the growth phase and encouraging thicker hair production.
They can be used:
Orally (finasteride tablet) plus topical minoxidil
Topically combined into a single scalp solution (often compounded or clinic-prescribed)
Some products also include both active ingredients in a single topical format designed to improve convenience and compliance.
Slows hair thinning: Finasteride decreases DHT to help prevent further hair loss.
Encourages regrowth: Minoxidil boosts blood flow and stimulates follicles to regrow hair.
Using both together is more effective for many users than either alone.
Dual mechanism: One blocks the hormone that miniaturizes follicles, the other energizes follicles to grow stronger hairs.
Results typically take 3 – 6 months of consistent use before visible improvement.
⚠️ Important: Finasteride is usually prescribed for adult males. It is not recommended for use by pregnant women due to risk of birth defects. Systemic finasteride can have side effects (e.g., sexual side effects), whereas topical formulations aim to reduce systemic exposure.
