Androgenetic Alopecia: Narrative Review of Current Therapies and Proposal of a Practical Algorithm for Pharmacological Treatment

Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) affects a significant portion of the population, with 80% of White men and up to 40% of women experiencing it by age 70, impacting mental health and quality of life. Current treatments approved by American and European agencies are effective and safe, but other therapies also show promise despite lacking randomized clinical trials. This review summarizes available treatments and proposes a practical management algorithm to assist clinicians in choosing the most suitable therapy based on clinical experience and disease severity.