Hair loss is more than a cosmetic issue for men. It can impact
their self-esteem and lower self-confidence especially if the hair loss
is due to male-pattern baldness. As a result, many rely on hair loss
treatments to stop further balding. A particularly effective treatment
is propecia.
Over the course of a 5-year study, 2 out of 3 men who experienced
mild to moderate hair loss and took a daily dose of 1mg of the drug
actually regrew hair. Researchers counted hair strands to verify this
outcome. Obviously it was helpful to these men. But as with any
medication, you should consider the advantages and disadvantages of
using the drug before actually taking it.
Hair Loss Treatment and the positive factors
Its major advantage is that it quickly puts an end to hair loss.
Within three months you can noticeably see the drug working to stop
further hair loss. Within six months time you may notice your hair
thickening. And within a year, it is possible to see hair regrowing on
your head.
It is very easy to use, requiring one pill to be taken daily. Because
it is effective in the majority of men who have taken it, new users can
confidently take the drug with the expectation of some success.
Secondary benefits exist with this drug. For example, it causes the
prostate gland to shrink in men predisposed to enlarged prostates. And
there are no common side effects - those effects that are experienced
impact very few users and are more moderate in nature.
Hair Loss Treatment and the negative factors
Men should not take this drug assuming it will cure them of hair loss
or baldness. It is only effective for as long as you take it. As soon
as you discontinue its use, your hair loss will come back and progress
as it originally was occurring. Although this will be gradual, it is
expected you will lose any hair gained within a year of ending the
treatment. Continuing treatment for the long run can be expensive.
The recent link of Propecia to sexual side effects may be a deterrent
for some men. Although these occur in a very small percentage of users,
they can be devastating. This drug can reduce your sex drive, make it
more difficult to achieve an erection, or decrease semen amount which
can cause ejaculation disorders. When men stop taking propecia these side effects end.