Is it true that Saw Palmetto (Biostim) Is
better for treating hair than Finasteride?
Saw Palmetto is a small palm tree native to the
eastern part of the United States. The berries contain
a biologically active component similar in action to
finasteride. The fat-soluble part of these berries has
been shown to inhibit the conversion of testosterone
into the active form, much like finasteride. Although
there are several double-blind studies comparing saw
palmetto to finasteride in the treatment of benign
prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate), there are
no studies looking at its use in hair loss.
How effective Is Finasteride?
Finasteride (Propecia and Proscar) has been shown
effective in the treatment of mild to moderate male-
pattern hair loss. These results were based on two
24-month studies of men ages 18 to 41. About 80
percent of the men in the study maintained their
base hair count (versus 28 percent on placebo), while
66 percent had visible regrowth as rated by
independent observers (versus seven percent with
placebo). Most of the men in the study reported an
increase in the amount of hair, a decrease in their
hair loss, and an improvement in their appearance.
What’s the difference between Propecia,
Proscar and Biostim?
Propecia and Proscar are two forms of the same
medicine, Finasteride, but in two different dosages.
They both block the conversion of testosterone into
its active form, allowing hair growth.
We recommend the use of Biostim, in all cases for
best results.
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