Module 5 of 109 hrs16 lessons

Hair Restoration Pharmacotherapy

Oral + topical pharmacotherapy for androgenetic alopecia, plus the PFS consent conversation. Nine hours, sixteen lessons.

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What you'll learn

  • Androgenetic alopecia: workup + when to refer
  • Finasteride: oral vs topical, dosing, the consent conversation, PFS literature
  • Minoxidil: oral vs topical, dosing, monitoring
  • Combination protocols + when adjunctive PRP or microneedling fits
  • Counseling for expectations and adherence

Topics covered: Finasteride (oral + topical), minoxidil (oral + topical), PFS controversy.

Who this module is for

Providers adding hair-restoration pharmacotherapy — covering both oral and topical formulations, plus the consent + risk conversations that come with finasteride.

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  • AI SMS bot + voice agent for after-hours patient comms
  • Patient leads forwarded to your office
  • Marketing co-op + national PR amplification
  • 20–25% discount on every procedural course
  • The “GentsMed Certified — Active Network Member” badge
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