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Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication in Singapore

Oral Spironolactone for Female Hair Loss

Treating Hormonal Hair Thinning with Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication

A Woman Suffering to Hair Loss - Hair Loss Stages

Female hair loss often presents as overall hair thinning, widening of the hair part, reduced hair volume at the crown and increased daily hair shedding.

In many cases, this is linked to androgens – male-type hormones that women naturally produce in smaller amounts. In some individuals, increased sensitivity to these hormones can affect the hair follicles, causing them to gradually shrink over time. This pattern is commonly seen in those with female pattern hair loss, hormonal imbalance, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or postpartum women. 

Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication can be prescribed as part of a medical hair loss treatment plan for women experiencing hormone-related hair thinning.

How Does Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication Help with Hair Loss?

Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication is an oral medication that works by:

  • Blocking androgen receptors
  • Reducing the effect of androgens on hair follicles
  • Slowing down hair follicle miniaturisation

By addressing the hormonal root cause, Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication helps preserve existing hair and supports healthier regrowth over time. 

While it does not stimulate instant regrowth, it plays an important role in preventing further thinning and improving hair density gradually. We may prescribe this medication in complement with other hair loss treatments, such as RF Gold Microneedling or Hair Growth Laser.

Who May Benefit from Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication?

Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication may be suitable for women who:

  • Experience progressive hair thinning rather than sudden hair loss
  • Have hormonal acne alongside hair thinning
  • Have PCOS or signs of androgen excess
  • Do not respond well to topical treatments alone
  • Are not pregnant or planning pregnancy

If you have hormonal acne alongside hair thinning, Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication can also double up as acne treatment for you as it is prescribed as oral medication for acne.

It is not typically prescribed for men due to its hormonal effects. A proper medical assessment is essential before starting treatment.

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Is Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication Safe?

When prescribed appropriately and monitored by a doctor, spironolactone is generally well tolerated.

Possible side effects may include:

  • Mild dizziness
  • Menstrual changes
  • Breast tenderness
  • Increased urination

A doctor-led evaluation helps determine whether Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication is appropriate, or whether alternative treatments would be more effective.

Hair Loss Treatment at SL Aesthetic Clinic

At SL Aesthetic Clinic, hair loss is approached medically and holistically. We may run tests to identify hormonal or underlying contributors; Female Hormonal Hair Loss Medication is prescribed only when clinically indicated, as part of a broader strategy to improve scalp health and hair density.

Book a Hair Loss Consultation at SL Aesthetic Clinic or contact us at +65 9850 7112

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FAQ

Female Hormonal Acne Medication is not usually given to men for treating hair loss. To treat male pattern hair loss, other types of medication like Male Pattern Hair Loss Medication or hair supplements like MIRIQA and Nourkrin are considered instead. 

One study highlights that Male Pattern Hair Loss Medication is not approved for women to take and is prohibited for use in pregnant women. We do not recommend Male Pattern Hair Loss Medication e as first line therapy for female pattern hair loss. Female Hormonal Acne Medication is a much safer option to treat female pattern hair loss and it can be taken together with birth control pills. In addition, you need not worry about getting acne while on Female Hormonal Acne Medication as this medication also combats acne.

No, a doctor’s prescription is needed for Female Hormonal Acne Medication.

For female pattern hair loss, the dosage will depend on the severity of your hair loss condition.  The typical Female Hormonal Acne Medication dosage that doctors prescribe is around 100-200 mg.

Female Hormonal Acne Medication is not recommended for those who:

  • Are allergic to this medicine
  • Are at risk of developing hyperkalemia
  • Are diagnosed with Addison’s disease
  • Are diagnosed with kidney problems as it is a diuretic
  • Have difficulty in urinating 
  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding

Yes, Female Hormonal Acne Medication can be combined with other hair loss treatments – specifically with in-clinic scalp treatments such as Hair Growth Laser or Oral Hair Loss Medication. The combination of these medications work to gradually decrease hair fall and boost the growth of thicker hair. It may also be prescribed after a FUE hair transplant to support your hair growth.

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