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My problem is hair loss. The doctor gave medication of minoxidil and finax

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Hi doctor,

I am having hair loss problem and now it is in starting stage. I have consulted a doctor for this. He suggested Minoxidil and Finax. I would like to get a second opinion from you.
Answered by Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav is a skilled orthopedician, joint replacement surgeon, arthroscopy specialist, and traumatologist specializing in the management of sports injuries and complex conditions affecting bones, joints, and soft tissues including muscles, tendons, and ligaments. His expertise encompasses minimally invasive joint replacement (MIS), advanced arthroscopic procedures, and post-operative rehabilitation therapy. He is also experienced in treating trauma-related musculoskeletal injuries with a strong focus on restoring mobility and function.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • I am need of few important details regarding your hair fall.
  • What is your age? Do you have any dandruff?
  • If you are young and having hair loss without any dandruff then the prescribed treatment is very correct for you.
  • Minoxidil is a vasodilator which increases blood supply to the hair roots and helps in hair growth whereas Finax is Finasteride.
  • These medications will show effect when using for 1 to 2 months, provided that you must use it compliantly without missing any doses. These are very effective medications.
  • If you have dandruff then please get treated your dandruff which is most commonly by fungal infection of scalp.

For that you have to use Ketoconazole shampoo for scalp thrice weekly for three weeks and further treatment depends upon the progress of hair fall.

For further doubts consult a dermatologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At October 7, 2017
Reviewed At October 28, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav is a skilled orthopedician, joint replacement surgeon, arthroscopy specialist, and traumatologist specializing in the management of sports injuries and complex conditions affecting bones, joints, and soft tissues including muscles, tendons, and ligaments. His expertise encompasses minimally invasive joint replacement (MIS), advanced arthroscopic procedures, and post-operative rehabilitation therapy. He is also experienced in treating trauma-related musculoskeletal injuries with a strong focus on restoring mobility and function.

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Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav
Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav

Orthopedician and Traumatology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Devendra Ashok Jadhav is a skilled orthopedician, joint replacement surgeon, arthroscopy specialist, and traumatologist specializing in the management of sports injuries and complex conditions affecting bones, joints, and soft tissues including muscles, tendons, and ligaments. His expertise encompasses minimally invasive joint replacement (MIS), advanced arthroscopic procedures, and post-operative rehabilitation therapy. He is also experienced in treating trauma-related musculoskeletal injuries with a strong focus on restoring mobility and function.

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