Are Rogaine or Propecia Herbal Medications?

are rogaine and propecia chemical based or herbal? will long term exposure to these oils have drastic effect on one’s kidneys? kindly let me know if these oils will stop hairfall or enhance growth,or the efeect will be only as long as one continues its use? i am just 24 years old, and a male. i am afraid i am shedding hair.i just want to be forearmed. that is all. thank you in advance for your advice.

Nope. Neither minoxidil nor Propecia are herbal medications, although finasteride (Propecia) was discovered in the Amazon rainforest amongst natives who showed problems with penis development and hermaphroditism. Yes, strange but true.

I don’t know of any link between Rogaine (minoxidil), Propecia (finasteride), and kidney problems. The benefits of either medication will disappear if you discontinue use. The reports of shedding are highly overrated by a small number of individuals on the internet and the shedding is not reported to last more than a couple of months. It should not produce any significant balding (just increased cycling of the hair).