Can PRP acell injection being used instead of Finasteride?

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Currently, is there any succesful results about prp acell matrix? I m ready to use anything except finestride what are the options to keep the native hair without risking destroying other areas of my body

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

Finasteride is a drug you take to lower DHT levels for treatment androgenic alopecia in men.  PRP injection is completely different.  See a doctor for your options.

John Peter Cole, MD · Answer

Hair loss is multifactorial.  Not all PRP treatments are equal.  Some have higher concentrations of platelets and some have higher yields of platelets.  Some have high red cell and white cell counts.  Some have low white cell counts but high mononuclear cell counts.  You have to know you PRP.  Then there is the question of how to activate the PRP.  Finally, you must consider Acell and what it's benefit is.  Acell allows for a prolonged release of growth factors in addition to stimulating stem cells at the point of injury along with it's own growth factors.  Propecia inhibits the production of DHT, a hormone that induces hair loss in susceptible individuals.  Propecia acts differently than PRP so most likely they are additive.  In other words, you cannot substitute one for the other.  However, we know that not all individual like to take medications like Propecia, while PRP is a natural solution that most likely improves hair diameter.  Optimally, you would do both.  Propecia does not work in all individuals.  This drug can cause side effects such as a loss of sex drive.  If you are comfortable taking medications such as Propecia, you might consider both Propecia and PRP.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I have all my patients use viviscal, rogaine, and propecia when getting prp/progesterone.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Michael Meshkin, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

PRP is not scientifically proven to help with hair loss. You need to repeat the treatment every couple of months to see any result if any. Most hair loss is due to genetic pattern and it can be permanently helped with hair transplant. However propecia is FDA approved and can help with hair loss. It is best to see a hair restoration specialist to find the best treatment options that are more effective and fit your needs and concerns.

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