Finasteride or minoxidil, which is better?

Written by Dr. Christian Drerup

Updated on 5 June 2026

The two active ingredients work at different points. Finasteride lowers DHT levels and thereby addresses the cause of hereditary hair loss. Minoxidil acts on the hair cycle and extends the growth phase. Which active ingredient, or whether a combination makes sense, depends on your situation and is something a doctor decides together with you.

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