Medication

Stem cell research has been a hot topic in recent years, and it seems there will be even more spotlight on it now, at least by the folliculy challenged if the University of Pennsylvania is correct.

The researchers are claiming that by combining stem cells with a secret ingredient, they have been able to grow new hair follicles on mice. The emphasis here is on the words ‘new follicles’, as exisiting drugs such as Propecia and Regaine (Minoxidil) generally stabilise hair loss, and only sometimes regrows hair.

Follica, a Boston startup recently secured $5.5m in funding, with the new capital intended to fund an initial human study, based on this research from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. It looks like it will be a few years before this is available, but it sounds like it will be worth the wait.

Regaine is the UK brand name for Minoxidil (known as Rogaine in the USA), the only FDA approved hair loss treatment available over the counter in the UK.

Regaine is a highly effective treatment to combat hereditary hair loss and is known to stabilise hair loss in 4 out of 5 men and regrow hair in 3 out of 5. Results can often be seen after only 8 weeks.

Regaine is available as Regular Strength (2% Minoxidil) or Extra Strength (5% Minoxidil) and is applied to the scalp with the included applicator. Regaine Extra Strength is designed to bring faster results.

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Minoxidil has revolutionised the lives of many men, providing them with an answer to male pattern baldness and an alternative to a hair transplant, but what is it and what are the implications of using it?

Mioxidil was originally a drug taken orally to treat high blood pressure. A common side effect was that it increased hair growth and reversed the effects of male pattern baldness.

Minoxidil is thought to work by dialating blood vessels which increases blood flow to the area.

In the 1980’s, a solution containing 2% minoxidil was released in the UK under the name of Regaine to treat hair loss.

Side Effects

As with all drugs, side effects occur. The most common side effect when using Minoxidil to combat hair loss is that of an itchy scalp.

Other side effects include:

• acne on the area being used
• low blood pressure
• blurred vision

In most cases, the symptoms listed above are as a result of using too much Minoxidil.

Minoxidil is available in the UK as a treatment for hair loss under the name Regaine. For more information about the availability of Regaine, click here.