 [ Symptoms ] 30yr old female n unmarried have androgenic alopecia tried 10minoxidil cn oral spironolactone help  i do not wish to take oral contraceptives as i am overweight n due to family history of cva [ Disease ] it is advisable to avoid taking medicines during pregnancy especially taking over the counter medicines is risky however if symptoms considerably bother general health medicines should be taken after consulting the obstetrician