For the many men and women out there suffering stress and lowered self-esteem from hair loss, you will be happy to know that there are indeed effective medications for hair loss on the market today. We are all familiar with the main ones. We have all seen the commercials where, at the end, a man with a full head of hair announces that he is not only the President, but that he is also a client. This is usually followed by him bowing his head so you can see that there is no bald spot in back.

Medications are made from synthetic materials. We are not talking about all-natural treatments yet. The two biggest medications for hair loss that seem to have some effect on balding are minoxidil, which is applied topically, and finasteride, which is taken orally. It's really up to you as to which you prefer. Some people do not like the idea of rubbing lotion into their scalps everyday. Others feel that it works better than pills because you're dealing with the problem at its source.

The one main problem with these medications is that there are so many side effects. Some people choose to not use any of these because the side effects are so scary. They range from sexual problems, chest pains, and increased heart rate on up to rapid weight gain. Before you purchase any medications for hair loss, make sure you read the possible side effects carefully.

Where to Find Medications for Hair Loss

If you have been sitting in front of the television, waiting for a commercial on hair loss so you can order the products, you can stop. You can find these medications right in your local grocery store or drug store. If you don't want people to see you buying them, go on the Internet. You will find more products than you could ever imagine and you can order them without ever having to leave your home.