Hair Loss Medication India

Common Hair Loss Medication Options in India

• Minoxidil, topical solution or foam to slow thinning and promote growth.
• Finasteride, oral prescription that lowers DHT, mainly for male pattern hair loss.
• Antiandrogens, prescribed for certain female hair loss linked to hormonal imbalance.
• Corticosteroids, topical or injected to reduce inflammation in alopecia areata.
• Antifungal agents, used for fungal scalp infections causing hair loss.

Choice depends on cause, severity, and overall health. Some require ongoing use to maintain results.

Combining Medication with Other Hair Treatments

Medication is often paired with regenerative therapies for scalp health. Options include growth factor hair therapy, low-level laser hair therapy, hair mesotherapy, i-PRF, and cellular micrografts. Hair transplantation, including body hair transplant, may be recommended in advanced cases when medication alone is not enough. Patient outcomes are documented with consent.

For appointments, bring previous medical reports, current medication list, and hair loss history. Online booking is available. Clinic hours are 10am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday.

Hair and Scalp Concerns Where Medication May Help

Medication is part of treatment for alopecia areata, scarring alopecia, traction alopecia, and hirsutism. Addressing underlying causes is key. Fungal infections may respond to antifungals, autoimmune hair loss to corticosteroids, and androgen-driven loss to finasteride or antiandrogens.

• Alopecia areata, immune-modulating drugs or topical steroids.
• Scarring alopecia, anti-inflammatory medication with monitoring.
• Traction alopecia, stopping damaging hair practices and treating inflammation.
• Hirsutism, hormonal medicines to reduce unwanted hair growth.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India offering surgical hair transplants and regenerative trichology services. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo, it provides personalised diagnosis, advanced FUE procedures, and non-surgical treatments. Services are available nationwide through in-clinic and online consultations with focus on privacy, safety, and evidence-based care. Learn more at alloroots.com.