Hormones for hair loss in women

One of the common causes of hair loss in women is hormonal imbalances caused by various factors. Before treating this type of alopecia, it is necessary to undergo a set of tests for the level of progesterone, prolactin, testosterone, FSH and other substances. Based on the data obtained, the doctor selects drugs that restore the balance of hormones in the body and improve the condition of the hair.

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Diane-35

A combination drug with increased estrogen content (ethinyl estradiol, antiandrogen cyproterone acetate) and gestagenic action. It hinders sperm from entering the uterine cavity, thereby providing a contraceptive effect. The active components block androgen receptors and reduce the symptoms of female androgenization.

• Indications for use: prevention of pregnancy, androgenetic alopecia, excessive hair growth in women according to the male pattern, acne.
• The method of administration and dosage are selected by the doctor, individually for each patient. The tablets are taken daily, 1 pill from the 5th to the 25th day of the menstrual cycle (the first day of menstruation is the first day of the cycle).
• Side effects: chest tightness, nausea and vomiting, headaches, weight loss, decreased libido, depression and neurosis, chloasma. Severe headaches, temporary visual impairment, vascular obstruction, and a sharp increase in blood pressure are also possible.
• Contraindications: pregnancy and lactation, liver disease, breast and endometrial cancer.
• Overdose: nausea, vomiting, minor vaginal bleeding. Treatment is symptomatic, there is no specific antidote.

Diane-35 is available in tablet form. The drug is available in a calendar pack of 21 tablets.

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Androkur

An antiandrogenic hormonal agent with the active component - cyproterone acetate. Inhibits the effect of androgens on target organs, reducing the severity of androgen-dependent conditions. The action of the drug has a reversible effect, which disappears after stopping its use.

• Indications for use: signs of moderate androgenization, acne, hirsutism, androgenic alopecia, seborrhea. The tablets are taken orally, the dosage is selected by the doctor, individually for each specific case.
• Side effects: bloody vaginal discharge, weight change, emotional instability. In rare cases, neoplasms of various etiologies, intraperitoneal bleeding occur. Abdominal pain, nausea, breast tenderness, jaundice are also possible.
• Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, liver disease, meningioma, vaginal bleeding of unknown etiology, thrombosis, cardiovascular diseases, severe forms of diabetes. Not prescribed for patients under 18 years of age and in the postmenopausal period, during pregnancy and lactation.
• Overdose: acute intoxication, symptomatic treatment.

Androcur is available in tablet form, 15 capsules per package.

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Yarina

Low-dose contraceptive with antiandrogenic effect. Inhibits the ovulation process by changing the viscosity of cervical mucus, which makes it difficult for sperm to penetrate the uterine cavity. Contains the active substance - drospirenone. Reduces acne formation, reduces sebaceous gland production, has a positive effect on the menstrual cycle.

• Indications for use: prevention of unwanted pregnancy, hormonal alopecia, hormone-dependent fluid retention, acne, seborrhea. The method of application and dosage are determined by the attending physician.
• Side effects: breast tenderness, headaches, migraines, libido disorders, mood disorders, nausea and vomiting. Changes in vaginal secretions, skin rashes, and changes in body weight are also possible.
• Contraindications: thrombosis, diabetes mellitus and vascular disorders, severe liver disease, renal failure, tumor lesions of the liver. Hormone-dependent diseases of the mammary glands and genitals, vaginal bleeding of unknown etiology. Not prescribed during pregnancy and lactation, intolerance to the components of the drug.
• Overdose: nausea, vomiting, vaginal bleeding. There is no specific antidote, treatment is symptomatic.

Yarina is available in the form of tablets for oral use, 21 capsules per package.

In the case of androgenic alopecia caused by hormonal imbalance, not only tablets but also topical preparations are used for treatment. As a rule, these are medications with the active component minoxidil.

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