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Do I have to use minoxidil forever?
Minoxidil is a well-studied medication that’s safe to use for the long term. If you notice that your hairline looks more full or your hair looks thicker after using minoxidil, you can continue using it for years to maintain your results over time.
How many years can I use minoxidil?
Many users will go on to use Minoxidil for several years with hair regrowth and no side effects. After approximately 15 years of continual use, however, some users may find that it no longer provides the same results and that hair loss returns.
How many days minoxidil should be used?
Generally speaking, it takes about 8 weeks of consistent use to start to see results with minoxidil. After 4 months of use, you should start to see the end of hair loss and start to see hair growth.
Can I stop using Minoxidil after one month?
Answer: Minoxidil discontinuation I wouldn’t be too concerned about it. Sometimes you can get temporary shedding in the first 6 weeks of minoxidil use but it should regrow. If you didn’t get shedding then you are fine.
Does minoxidil cause erectile dysfunction?
Rogaine and erectile dysfunction To date, no scientific studies have made a connection between Rogaine and sexual dysfunction. Men who take Rogaine and experience problems with libido, erection, or performance will often find another contributing factor that explains their symptoms.
What can I replace minoxidil with?
Finasteride, sold under the brand name Propecia®, is an oral medication that may have sexual side effects in some men. While these are the most common treatments for androgenetic alopecia, there are others. Low-light laser devices are cleared by the FDA for the promotion of hair growth at home.
Does topical minoxidil work for hair loss?
In a study published in 2004 in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, a group of dermatologists looked at the effects of topical minoxidil 5\% on more than 900 men with hair loss caused by androgenetic alopecia (a medical term for male pattern baldness).
Does minoxidil stop working after 15 years?
Many users will go on to use Minoxidil for several years with hair regrowth and no side effects. After approximately 15 years of continual use, however, some users may find that it no longer provides the same results and that hair loss returns.
How long after applying minoxidil can I wash my hair?
You should leave at least an hour after applying minoxidil before washing your hair. 3. Do you have to use minoxidil continuously to see results? In terms of whether it is an on-going treatment, this depends on the condition you are using it for.
Can I use more than the recommended dosage of minoxidil?
No. Using more than the dosage specified by your hair loss specialist can be dangerous and it is important that you only use the amount advised by your hair loss specialist. Your minoxidil has been recommended to ensure optimum results for your case so you do not need to use any more than has been prescribed.