Finally, topical minoxidil (and oral minoxidil) should be used with care during pregnancy because topically applied minoxidil has been associated with fetal malformations. [45] Thus, although ...
Topical treatments, like minoxidil and corticosteroid creams, are applied directly to the scalp to help treat the affected area. Oral treatments, including oral finasteride, are taken as pills.
If OTC options are not producing satisfactory results, ask your doctor about prescription options like spironolactone, finasteride and oral minoxidil, according to both King and Green.