Sir, I have lost more no of hairs in the front part of the head and my friend suggested to have ( mintop or hair 4u ) product . I want to know which to use and through internet I have understood that it has side effects , kindly guide me the product which is safe and give some info about whether these products really do have side effects
Hello. Thanks for writing to us at Chat Doctor You seem to have an Chat Doctor.  There is gradual recession of the anterior hair line as well. There is a positive family history. Treatment is with topical Minoxidil and Oral Finasteride. Treatment is long term; effects are usually evident in 3-6 months. Maximum improvement is by 1-2 years. Thereafter, minoxidil may be used as a maintenance treatment, once daily Or every alternate days. Oral Finasteride is to be continued life long. Topical Minoxidil is largely safe. It may occasionally cause headache if used in more than the recommended amount. Oral Finasteride inhibits the enzyme 5 alpha reductase; this is the main enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to Dishy