Big 3 therapy

[HairlossFighter]

The "Big 3" refers to a combination therapy for treating male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia). This combination includes three commonly used treatments:
1.   Minoxidil: Minoxidil is a topical medication that is applied directly to the scalp. It is available over-the-counter and is known to promote hair growth and slow down hair loss. It's usually applied twice daily.
2.   Finasteride (or Dutasteride): Finasteride or Dustasteride (see the relevant thread PUT HYPERLINK) are an oral medication that works by inhibiting the action of the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is implicated in male pattern baldness. It is typically prescribed to men and is taken orally once a day.
3.   Ketoconazole: Ketoconazole is an antifungal medication that also has anti-androgenic properties. It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter shampoos. Some people include a ketoconazole shampoo in their hair care routine to help manage hair loss.
These three components work through different mechanisms to address male pattern baldness, and when used together, they may have a synergistic effect, providing better results than when used individually. However, it's important to note that individual responses to these treatments can vary, and not everyone may experience the same level of success.
Before starting any hair loss treatment, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional or a dermatologist. They can assess your specific situation, provide personalized advice, and monitor for any potential side effects. Additionally, women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should avoid handling finasteride due to the risk of harm to a male fetus.

[George4]

I am a fun of big 3. I have been using it religiously for about 4 years now and I think it has helped me save my hair. Of course, I won't get away with the hair transplant since when I started the treatment I had already lost a lot of my temple hair for several years (from 22 and now I'm 35) and unfortunately it didn't work there. On the crown though, it worked quite well as it drastically reduced thinning after about 1 year.

[Harry]

a lot of substances and a strong cocktail !!! In general I think all these treatments are a bit of a risk to our health in the long run. I'd rather give up some money and get a hair transplant and be done with it once and for all.

[George4]

ΟΚ Harry but consider that HT is not the solution for everyone. It is especially not the solution for all NW. If for example someone is or is heading to NW6 or 7 for sure they will need more than 1 HT and probably won't have enough grafts to cover the whole scalp area. Therefore, a treatment can also act as a complement to the transplant (or vice versa).

[Harry]

you may be right but I'd rather be thin and healthy than hairy with risks to my health...