Oral Minoxidil for Female Hair Thinning

Combination Therapy

• The American Academy of Periodontology recommends combining platelet-rich plasma (PRP) with minoxidil (topical or oral) to enhance outcomes, with PRP and topical minoxidil being the most effective treatment modality in comparative studies, resulting in a 1.74 times increase in hair density and a 14.3 times increase in hair diameter with combination therapy 1, 2
• Consider combination therapy for patients with inadequate response to monotherapy, as it may provide improved hair regrowth outcomes 1

Female Pattern Hair Loss Treatment with Minoxidil

Special Considerations

• Before starting treatment, it is essential to check for underlying causes of hair loss, such as thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, or other medical conditions, as recommended by the American College of Physicians 3