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What Should I Do If Minoxidil Is Causing Thick Hair Growth?
hi doctor, I see some great results after using minoxidil 5%, within 3 months I am having thick hairs again, now what to do should i continue or stop. If continue then to what extent. Please guide. I feel no worry even I have to use it for life time. plz. suggest
Sat, 22 Mar 2014
hi,
Congratulations for a rare success!! (The success rate of minoxidil is generally disappointing). As you attained reasonable response, you can stop minoxidil before you develop side effects. As 3 months is appropriate, i would suggest you to stop using it.
All the best.
Congratulations for a rare success!! (The success rate of minoxidil is generally disappointing). As you attained reasonable response, you can stop minoxidil before you develop side effects. As 3 months is appropriate, i would suggest you to stop using it.
All the best.
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