Yes, there are over the counter medications available for hair loss. One of the most popular over the counter medication for hair loss is Minoxidil solution. This is the only FDA approved topical solution that induces hair growth. Rogaine does not require prescription of the doctor. It can be bought over the counter and used as a topical solution for slowing down the progression of hair loss.  It can be used to treat hair loss in both men and women. This is available in 2 percent and 5 percent liquid solutions and can be applied to scalp. The only probable side effect that the person can face is itching or some irritation of the scalp’s skin. But, it is effective enough to treat hair loss due to heredity as well as due to some other reasons in both men and women.

Another medication that comes in pill form is Advecia. It can be used to treat hair loss in both men and women. But since, this product is new in the market enough study is not done. Thus, this hair growth enhancing medicine raises the concern that whether Advecia will lead to hair growth in the unwanted parts of the body.