Can Minoxidil Cause Hair Loss- 4602 Questions Answered

I had hair fall and my part line became wide. Scalp is visible in crown area. I started using Minoxidil 2% 3 months back and was very happy because my hair fall was reduced. Started seeing only few hairs in comb and shower and also started seeing some hair growth. But now I have unwanted hair growth in my face. Can see the hair visibly in forehead,

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 2801 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Treatment depends on the grade...You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medic ... Read More

Hi Im twenty three years old, 2 years back I was using minoxidil 5% after 4 months my hair was started growing then again 2 months after hair loss started for that reason I was stopped to using minoxidil, now after 2 years I decided again to use minoxidil 5%, if I continue it should be OK

Asked for Male, 23 Years 40122 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. T ... Read More

Hi, I am facing hair loss for the last one year and started using minoxidil 5% foam and dutasteride dutamax 4 months back, and for 3 months i used and it worked, then i switched to minoxidil 5% liquid and duprost dutasteride and my hairs again started to fall. Its shedding like crazy . Please help me out if this is because of change in my medicine

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Asked for Male, 22 Years 9294 Views v

Dr. Manoj AgarwalaDermatologist | Raipur

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Thanks for the query. Male pattern baldness (MPB) is an increasing problem in today's society. Hair care is a daily ritual shaped by age, gender, socioeconomic status and internal health. With increas ... Read More

How effective is minoxidil (1ml twice daily) against long time diffuse hair loss due to thyroid disease?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 865 Views v

Dr. Rakesh ParikhGeneral Physician | Jaipur

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Consult a dermatologist and get examined to ascertain the cause for hair loss ... Read More

Hello. I have major thinning issue from past few month. Within 7 months I have lost 60% of my volume. I didn't have any hair fall as such but. My hairs are thinning alot. I have a visible scalp near crown. I started applying minoxidil 5% from last 20-25 days and it caused more thinning. I was expecting shedding but my hair has become more thinner t

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 367 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have very less hair thinning on corners and when I shower my hair doesn't fall but I have some hair thinning in corners and I have family history of hair fall but today I have very less but some thining my doctor recently give me minoxidil finastride 5 percent topical but I did not want to use it daily as I have not very severe hair loss can I us

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 141 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I am facing hair loss for last couple of years. I am having male pattern baldness. I wish to know, whether it is safe to use Minoxidil topical solution. There are mixed views on using minoxidil before marriage as it will affect the reproduction elements. Also i heard there are side effects like chest pain and dry skin etc which will scar

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 1317 Views v

Dr. Govind S MittalDermatologist | Bangalore

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Hi. Don't worry, minoxidil has no effects on "reproductive elements". Online views from non professionals are not true. So beware before u choose to believe them. Would be happy to explain about adv ... Read More

Dear doctor, As prescribed i started using minoxidil 5% solution..its been 3 weeks but suddenly i noted my hair loss more than before . Is it normal?when it will show effect? ..or should i stop using it?even i have more white hair ,can i use hair colour..if yes ,which is good?plz help !!

Asked for Female, 26 Years 4469 Views v

Dr. Sujit ShanshanwalDermatologist | Mumbai

6/6people found this helpful

yes when starting with minoxidil solution treatment initially there is more small which can last up to a month and sometimes even six weeks. This is nothing to worry about continue applying the soluti ... Read More

I recently consulted a dermatologist for my hair loss problem.. he identified it as Male pattern baldness.. he prescribed regaine spray for daily usage..Later I saw that it has minoxidil. I heard from the online forums that minoxidil is harmful, what's your opinion? I trust my dermatologist, but reading those comments, made me think twice.. should

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 435 Views v

Dr. Manoj AgarwalaDermatologist | Raipur

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Online consultations have such limitations as discussion about the medications is often incomplete. Minoxidil is for indefinite usage and has to become a part of life. Further information is in the f ... Read More

Does fluoxetine cause hair loss or hair thinning? If yes please suggest me any antidepressant which does not cause hair loss?

Asked for Male, 34 Years 2029 Views v

Ms. Hema SampathCounselling Psychologist | Bangalore

I would rather suggest you to consult a psychologist for a medicine theraphy. ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 41 Views v

Dr. Sujata MauryaDermatologist | Bareilly

Can by psychological, Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed to rule out other causes ... Read More

M26 with hair loss and visible thinning at the crown. Two years ago a dermatologist prescribed topical Minoxidil + Finasteride (10%) and oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg. no oral finastride After about 2 months I noticed reduced erections and absence of morning erections, so my family doctor advised me to stop the medicines. Within a week my erections and lib

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 24 Views v

Dr. Shailaja BandlaPsychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi. Consult online for questions regarding the same ... Read More

My girlfriend has been experiencing significant hair loss for the past year, and her hair has also become thinner. This has caused her a lot of stress. Please suggest some remedies to help stop her hair loss

Asked for Female, 21 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Shaista FatmaGeneral Physician | Lucknow

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

I am using topical minoxidil from past 6 to 8 months But my hair is get thinning and hair fall is not controlled Can I switch to oral finastride

Asked for Male, 20 Years 82 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello, I'm 26 yr old female. I'm suffering from hair loss and flaky dandruff. The scalp turns itchy if I apply any serum I'm suffering from this problem ever since covid happened. I have used various hair growth serums such as Haeroot hair serum, imyxia etc as prescribed to me But I have noticed that by applying these serums my scalp turns itchy t

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 36 Views v

Dr. Gaurav JainGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

Use ketoconazole . Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ... Read More

I'm a 26-year-old male experiencing progressive hair loss for the past 8 years. Before age 18, I had no hair problems whatsoever, but the loss started suddenly and has worsened over time despite trying multiple treatments. I've consulted with homeopathy practitioners, Ayurvedic doctors, and dermatologists. I've used topical minoxidil, ketoconazole

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 47 Views v

Ms. Trupti PadhiDietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

Good evening dietary n lifestyle changes needed if not good in that case. ... Read More

I just wanted to ask regarding my mother who is 52 year old , she is having excessive hair loss dont know why. She is eating diabetes medicine and some medicine regarding spinal issue.. Pls suggest me what is to be done to prevent hair loss problem.

Asked for Male, 29 Years 82 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

1/2people found this helpful

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My mother is currently having problem of hair loss . Whenever she comb her hair , she loose lot's of hair, she is worried about this. Kindly give your solution for this.

Asked for Male, 55 Years 81 Views v

Dr. Kavya ManchandaGeneral Physician | Delhi

Need detailed history Book consultation ... Read More

I am a 22-year-old male who has been using topical minoxidil for hair loss management. Over the past months, I have documented progressive thinning at my temples and a slight recession of my frontal hairline, although the overall density at the top and crown is moderately maintained.Recently, I tried oral minoxidil tablets (2.5 mg), but I started e

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 77 Views v

Dr. Bhumika MahawarDermatologist | Dehradun

I will need proper history taking and evaluation If there is increase in heart rate, don’t take oral minoxidil ... Read More

Hello doctors, So recently I am experiencing tremendous hair loss. I do apply oil, shampoo and conditioner. It's just breaking off while bathing and in day to day normal activities. I do have dandruff and my hair gets very rough. Please suggest and help.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 104 Views v

Dr. Shaista FatmaGeneral Physician | Lucknow

2/2people found this helpful

Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

I have been seeing hair loss from last 1 year. I can see the scalp directly and hairs also get thinning day by day . I'm an IT professional and work in the night shift. Not sure how I can stop Hairfall before I bald completely.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 54 Views v

Dr. Palak DeshmukhDermatologist | Pune

This may be starting of androgenic alopecia or male pattern hairloss. Kindly consult for better management. ... Read More

I have been using minoxidil for 3 months (logi hair serum) and multivitamins (keraglow men)prescribed by doctor, but still my hair are falling out like anything and my hair density has been reduced. Could you suggest me what needs to be done.

Asked for Male, 24 Years 107 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have diffuse hair loss from past 6-7 months , with oily scalp , dandruff , no any genetic history related to family ( male pattern baldness ) soo what could be the reason. I'm a medical student and going to GYM daily but unable to maintain proper diet due to financial issues so please diagnose the condition as early as possible and give the idea

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Asked for Male, 21 Years 39 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, I am facing hair loss, and planning to use minimalist minoxidil serum. I have doubt, whether leaving minoxidil, not gonna increase my hairfall (will leave, if effect of hair condition observed). And is it okay, to wash it with medicated sampoo (I have dandruff problem). It will be helpful, if you can share usage related info. Thank you

Asked for Male, 26 Years 182 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. ... Read More

Hello sir , basically i am suffering from hair loss approx 2 yrs so, please give me a suggestion what i need to do. Thanku

Asked for Male, 23 Years 53 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

1/1people found this helpful

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

In my hair dandruff is increasing day by day and causing hair loss continuously, need your suggestion and treatment to stop the same.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 53 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I had very thick hair in childhood then from teenage i started to loose hair alot and it became very thin i did allopathy started minoxidil then left it a month later bcz my friend told.me it willl cause more hair loss then did homeopathy then ayurveda then again homeopathy last year my partition was so vide and my scalp was very much visible so st

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 96 Views v

Dr. Moin Ahmad SiddiquiDermatologist | Lucknow

No Not whole life ... Read More

I suffering with hair loss since three years tried different treatment..presently doing prp treatment but doctor prescribed medicines but I don't want to take medication does without medication does we can see hair growth

Asked for Male, 27 Years 89 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

0/1people found this helpful

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I’m 25 year old. I've had gradual hair loss since 2021, especially on crown and temples. My diet is purely vegetarian for 10+ years—no meat or eggs. I rarely eat onion/garlic (once in 4–6 months). I regularly consume milk and buttermilk. I had mouth ulcers 1–2 years ago, now resolved. My father also had hair lo

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Asked for Male, 25 Years 56 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am noticing significant hair loss which seems to be female pattern hair loss along with hair thinning since two years.. Can this be treated, please suggest treatment

Asked for Female, 29 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Twinkle PatelDermatologist | Valsad

It can be treated. ... Read More

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Can minoxidil cause hair loss

Hi Im twenty three years old, 2 years back I was using minoxidil 5% after 4 months my hair was started growing then again 2 months after hair loss started for that reason I was stopped to using minoxidil, now after 2 years I decided again to use minoxidil 5%, if I continue it should be OK

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How effective is minoxidil (1ml twice daily) against long time diffuse hair loss due to thyroid disease?

Dear doctor, As prescribed i started using minoxidil 5% solution..its been 3 weeks but suddenly i noted my hair loss more than before . Is it normal?when it will show effect? ..or should i stop using it?even i have more white hair ,can i use hair colour..if yes ,which is good?plz help !!

Does fluoxetine cause hair loss or hair thinning? If yes please suggest me any antidepressant which does not cause hair loss?

My girlfriend has been experiencing significant hair loss for the past year, and her hair has also become thinner. This has caused her a lot of stress. Please suggest some remedies to help stop her hair loss

I am using topical minoxidil from past 6 to 8 months But my hair is get thinning and hair fall is not controlled Can I switch to oral finastride

I just wanted to ask regarding my mother who is 52 year old , she is having excessive hair loss dont know why. She is eating diabetes medicine and some medicine regarding spinal issue.. Pls suggest me what is to be done to prevent hair loss problem.

My mother is currently having problem of hair loss . Whenever she comb her hair , she loose lot's of hair, she is worried about this. Kindly give your solution for this.

Hello doctors, So recently I am experiencing tremendous hair loss. I do apply oil, shampoo and conditioner. It's just breaking off while bathing and in day to day normal activities. I do have dandruff and my hair gets very rough. Please suggest and help.

I have been seeing hair loss from last 1 year. I can see the scalp directly and hairs also get thinning day by day . I'm an IT professional and work in the night shift. Not sure how I can stop Hairfall before I bald completely.

I have been using minoxidil for 3 months (logi hair serum) and multivitamins (keraglow men)prescribed by doctor, but still my hair are falling out like anything and my hair density has been reduced. Could you suggest me what needs to be done.

Hello sir , basically i am suffering from hair loss approx 2 yrs so, please give me a suggestion what i need to do. Thanku

In my hair dandruff is increasing day by day and causing hair loss continuously, need your suggestion and treatment to stop the same.

I suffering with hair loss since three years tried different treatment..presently doing prp treatment but doctor prescribed medicines but I don't want to take medication does without medication does we can see hair growth

I am noticing significant hair loss which seems to be female pattern hair loss along with hair thinning since two years.. Can this be treated, please suggest treatment

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