Hello dear, Other than Genetic factors and chronic illness, causes of hair loss can be many such as Environmental factors, Dietary deficiencies, Hormonal factors, Stress, etc. 1. Minoxidil 5% preparation is meant to be applied directly to the scalp to stimulate the hair follicles. 2. Novophane plus and bacadexamine are multi vitamin & multimineral supplements, prescribed as deficiency of certain minerals, vitamins & amino acids in diet. e.g. Iron, zinc, Vit B complex, biotin, lysine, etc. also causes hair loss. Though they do not have any significant side effects, abrupt stoppage of Minoxidil application will lead to further hair loss. So, the medications prescribed by your doctor are correct. Kindly take them as advised. Kindly let me know if you have any further queries. You can ask me a direct query on this website using the below link: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-polash-sannigrahi/64925 Wishing you a good health. Thanks & take care.