Propecia versus PRP, what's better for early hair loss?

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Which treatment is the better for early hair loss ... Propecia or PRP ? Money is not a factor to be taken in consideration. If I try Propecia for one year and dont get any results, would it be worth it to try PRP ?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Hello,There are alternatives to oral propecia including topical propecia, saw palmetto, and other formulations which may be helpful.  Seek consultation from a hair specialist to help see what combination is best for your hair and physiology.  Best, Dr Anil Shah

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

In my opinion, the combination of both Propecia and PRP gives the best results. Propecia is excellent for long-term maintenance. If you have early hair loss, you may get some regrowth. Some people are adverse to the side effect profile of Propecia. We have been seeing a synergistic effect when combining Propecia with PRP. I like to use the combination when there has been a significant amount of hair loss. PRP has the effect of increasing your growth speed, decreasing hair loss, increasing shaft diameter and regrowth of hairs that  have been dormant for a short period of time. If money is not an object, the combined approach may be very effective. Hope this helps. Good luck.

John Kahen, MD · Answer

Both are an effective way for prevention of Hair Loss. Although, with Propecia there may be some side effects so often patients choose PRP treatments once every 8 months. It would be most effective to do both.

Benjamin C. Paul, MD · Answer

You can do the following for early hair loss:  vitamins, PRP, topical rogaine, oral propecia, low-level light therapy and hair transplant.  Any combination of these options will be more effective then a single approach to treatment.Best of luck from NYC.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

The best approach would be a combination of Propecia and PRP to grow back your hair.  Please consult an expert in hair loss.  Best, Dr. Green

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